Linyuan Mountain Cultural Park Introduction
Lin Tian Mountain is located in the valley terrain south of Wanli Creek, north of Mataian Creek, and east of the Central Mountain Range. It was once the largest timber collection site for logging in eastern Taiwan. Although it is not the largest forest area in Taiwan, it has preserved the environment, settlements, and cultural life most intact in the past. During the Japanese colonial period, a 68-kilometer logging railway was constructed, reaching an altitude of 2,500 meters, which flourished for a time, leaving behind many cultural relics such as buildings, shops, and theaters. After the logging ban policy implemented in 1987, many high-quality trees in this area finally had the opportunity to recover, gradually returning to the lush natural scenes of the past. Today, Lin Tian Mountain combines both natural forests and a cultural and artistic atmosphere, where visitors can stroll along the paths to explore old houses and the vibrant scenery, reminiscing about the past glory. They can also revisit the venues of the grand hall and theater, trace the footsteps and artifacts left by predecessors, and have the opportunity to listen to the staff of the Lin Tian Mountain Cultural and Historical Workstation recounting "The Story of Senban."
