Yehliu Geopark Introduction
Yehliu Geopark, featuring strange rocks and beautiful stones, is a cape that extends from the Datu Mountain range into the sea. It has been shaped by weathering, sea erosion, and tectonic movements, resulting in unique geological formations such as mushroom rocks, sea caves, tofu rocks, candle rocks, and pot holes, making it an internationally renowned natural scenic spot. Among these, the "Queen's Head" is a representative landmark of Yehliu and a popular photo spot. The Yehliu coastal cape area is divided into three major sections. The first section features a variety of uniquely shaped mushroom rocks and candlestick stones, where visitors can observe the developmental process of mushroom rocks, lined up in different sizes to create a charming and soothing sight. Yehliu's highlights—Queen's Head, Dragon Head Rock, and Diamond Rock—are located in the second section. Close to the sea, you can also see landscapes like the "Fairy Shoe" and "Peanut Stone." When visiting Yehliu, be sure to look for these attractions! The third section contains the sea erosion platform, featuring special rock formations such as the Twenty-Four Filial Piety Stones and pearl stones; this area is also an important ecological conservation zone within Yehliu Park. The Queen's Head and the Playful Princess: In 1962, during the "Forgotten Paradise" photography exhibition, a unique mushroom rock in Yehliu was named the "Queen's Head." With elegant curves resembling a queen gazing into the distance, it caused a sensation and transformed Yehliu from a fishing village into a major tourist destination on the northern coast, with the Queen's Head becoming a symbol of Yehliu. Located in the first section of the cape, the "Playful Princess" has a ponytail-like shape, and its popularity has been rising in recent years, being hailed as the successor to the Queen's Head.
