Shifen Waterfall Park Introduction
Shifen Waterfall Park, located near the old street, lies on the main stream of the Keelung River. Due to the erosion of the river, it has created fault topography and unique rock formations, making it home to many waterfalls and geological wonders, with the spectacular Shifen Waterfall being the most famous. Starting from the Shifen Visitor Center and walking along the Siguangtan Bridge, visitors can enjoy the pot-hole geological landscape of Siguangtan and the beautiful sight of the Eyeglass Cave Waterfall! Meeting with the Rainbow Pool, Shifen Waterfall is a curtain-type waterfall. The rock layers on both sides of the waterfall run opposite to the water flow, exhibiting the geological feature of an anticlinal structure. Due to its similarity in appearance to Niagara Falls in North America, it is also referred to as the Niagara Falls of Taiwan. The water pool below the waterfall is extremely deep, and the impact of the majestic river generates splashes. When sunlight shines on the mist, a rainbow can often be seen arcing over the waterfall or the pool, giving it the beautiful name "Rainbow Pool." Viewing the waterfall from multiple angles, there are several observation platforms near Shifen Waterfall where travelers can appreciate the spectacular waterfall from various perspectives. Following the pathways, visitors can see the emerald pool at the top of the waterfall and feel the grandeur of the cascading river up close while absorbing negative ions; moving downwards provides a panoramic view of the entire waterfall, making it an excellent spot for viewing and a popular location for many travelers to take photos together.
