Jia Dong Waterfall Introduction
Qidong Falls, located in the Qidong Jiao area of Xizhi District, New Taipei City, is hidden in the valley behind Dajian Mountain. It is the largest waterfall in the Dajian Mountain area, standing approximately four to five stories tall, with multiple tiers cascading into a pool below. It is hard to imagine such a sizable waterfall in a relatively low mountain range. Qidong Falls can be accessed from the Fu Ji Mountain Villa or by following the Qidong Ancient Trail, accompanied by the sound of flowing stream water along the way. There are steep cliffs beside the waterfall, and nearby in the forest, there are stone tables and chairs where visitors can sit and listen to the waterfall, enjoying the beauty of the mountains and forests. The Qidong Ancient Trail was once a path for local residents to reach Shiding. Entering from the Qidong Falls Trail and following the stone steps, one can reach the five-story-high Qidong Falls in just five minutes. The water cascades down into a wide, flat basin at the bottom, providing a perfect spot to sit and enjoy the sound of the waterfall, basking in the splashes of water, and enveloped in negative ions and phytoncides. Continuing along the winding Qidong Valley, the sound of the flowing stream fills the air, with moss-covered old stones creating a simple and tranquil atmosphere. Along the way, there are elegantly shaped cedar trees, a Tudi Gong Temple, and the ruins of abandoned stone houses, showcasing the cultural heritage of the pioneers who developed the land, combining both cultural characteristics and natural beauty.
