Yehliu Geopark Introduction
The Yehliu Geopark, known for its unique rock formations, extends from the Daitun Mountain range into the sea. Shaped by weathering, erosion, and tectonic movements, it features natural wonders such as mushroom rocks, sea caves, tofu rocks, candle-shaped rocks, and potholes, making it an internationally renowned scenic area. The "Queen's Head" is the most iconic landmark of Yehliu and a popular photo spot. This natural geological classroom is divided into three major areas. The first area showcases a variety of uniquely shaped mushroom rocks and candlestick rocks, where visitors can observe the development process of these formations, lined up in different sizes to create a charming and therapeutic scene. The highlights of Yehliu—the Queen’s Head, the Dragon Head Rock, and the Diamond Rock—are located in the second area, which is close to the sea, where you can also see features like the "Fairy Shoe" and "Peanut Rock." Be sure to look for these scenic spots when visiting Yehliu! The third area is a wave-cut platform featuring special rocks like the Twenty-Four Filial Piety Stones and pearl stones, which is also an important ecological conservation area of the park. Don’t forget to explore these areas! The Queen’s Head and the Playful Princess: In 1962, a photography exhibition titled "Forgotten Paradise" named a unique mushroom rock in Yehliu as the "Queen's Head." Its elegant curves resemble a queen gazing into the distance, creating a sensation that transformed Yehliu from a fishing village into a tourism hub on the north coast. The Queen's Head has become the symbol of Yehliu. Located in the first area of the cape, the "Playful Princess" has a ponytail-like shape and has risen in popularity in recent years, being regarded as the successor to the Queen's Head.
