Red Head Rock (like a water channel) Introduction
Orchid Island (Lanyu) boasts a rich natural ecology. Its unique geological features, combined with the sea erosion and weathering, have created numerous uniquely shaped and legendary rock formations around the island. Among these is the Red Head Rock, which resembles the profile of a human head. When illuminated by the red glow of the sunset, it appears like a red head resting on the sea. From the cliffside, it also resembles an "Indian" known as the "Red Man," which is how Orchid Island was originally named Red Head Island. The Tao tribe (Yami people) refer to this rock as Ji-yakmeiso Rsorian, and it is also known as ji-pineiyaow, which means the man-made tunnel road that circles the island. For more travel tips regarding Orchid Island, please check additional resources.
