Shifen Waterfall Park Introduction
Shifen Waterfall Park, located near the Shifen Old Street, sits on the main stream of the Keelung River. The erosion caused by the river has created fault topography and unique rock formations, resulting in numerous waterfalls and geological wonders, among which Shifen Waterfall is the most famous. Starting from the Shifen Tourist Center and walking along the Four Corners Pond Bridge, visitors can capture the geological landscape of the potholes at Four Corners Pond and the beauty of the Eyeglass Cave Waterfall in one go! Meeting with Rainbow Abyss, Shifen Waterfall is a curtain-type waterfall, where the rock layers on both sides of the waterfall are oriented in the opposite direction to the flow of water, displaying an anticline feature in geology. Because its landscape is similar to Niagara Falls in North America, it is often referred to as the "Niagara Falls of Taiwan." The water pool beneath the waterfall is extremely deep, and the rush of the grand river creates splashes, where sunlight shining through the mist reveals a rainbow arching over the waterfall or the water pool, hence the beautiful name "Rainbow Abyss." The area around Shifen Waterfall features several viewing platforms that allow travelers to appreciate the waterfall from various angles. Walking along the trails, visitors can admire the azure water pool at the top of the waterfall and closely feel the tremendous rush of water cascading down while fully absorbing the negative ions. Reaching the lower area offers a comprehensive view of the waterfall, making it an excellent observation point and a popular spot for travelers to take memorable photos.
