Jade Girl Rock (Torch Rock) Introduction
Also known as the Couple Rock, the unique hollow shape of the Yule Rock has sparked endless imagination among the Tao people (Yami people). In the past, the Tao people referred to Yule Rock as ji-mavonot (meaning a bundle of reeds). From the perspective of the open sea, it stands upright by the coast like a bundle of reeds. Another name is ji-mitazizik (meaning leaning), which originates from a legend in the local Lanyu tribe. The legend tells of Yule Rock as a dutiful child who stood between their parents to prevent them from arguing, but was ultimately unable to persuade them to stop fighting. Standing by the coastal highway, the child secretly wept, eventually becoming a rock that cannot be returned. This site was also a place where early residents of Lanyu would temporarily place firewood to avoid it getting wet from rain while going down to the beach. More travel tips for Lanyu.