Eighteen Peaks Mountain Introduction
Shibajian Mountain is located in the East District of Hsinchu City. It was established as a forest park during the Japanese colonial period and has a slightly crescent shape, winding about 7 to 8 kilometers, surrounding the eastern and southern outskirts of Hsinchu City. The name "Shibajian" comes from the hilly area formed by eighteen low peaks. The highest point of Shibajian Mountain is near Jieshou Pavilion, at an elevation of 128.9 meters. From the summit, one can view the streets of Hsinchu City to the northwest, while on the right side are the Touqian and Fengshan Rivers, and directly ahead is the Taiwan Strait. One can also look southeast towards Daba Mountain, the Five Finger Mountain range of Qingquan, and the Touqian River flowing from the direction of Zhudong, offering excellent vistas. The ascent to Shibajian Mountain begins from the Jieshou Mountain entrance, with scenic spots along the way, including Ailin Pavilion, Shih Guanyin, Zaoqi Pavilion, Putuo Rock, and Yishou Pavilion. The summit features the Centennial Memorial Pavilion of the Founding Father and Jieshou Pavilion, offering splendid views of the tumultuous Taiwan Strait. Given the lush forests along the trails, the asphalt path is well-maintained, with fragrant flowers blooming, creating a refreshing atmosphere as visitors stroll along the shaded paths. This has become a popular route for the citizens of Hsinchu for exercise and recreation. In recent years, to ensure that citizens can exercise safely, vehicles are prohibited from entering the area daily from midnight until 8 AM.
