Pingtung Waterfall Introduction
Located in the Qidong area of New Taipei City, Qidong Waterfall is hidden in the valley behind Dajian Mountain. It is the largest waterfall in the Dajian Mountain area, standing about four to five stories high, with water cascading down several tiers into a pool below. It is hard to imagine such a large waterfall in this low mountainous area. Qidong Waterfall can be accessed from Fuxi Mountain Villa or by following the Qidong Ancient Trail, accompanied by the gentle sound of flowing water. Next to the waterfall is a steep rock face, and nearby in the forest, there are stone tables and benches, allowing visitors to sit and listen to the sound of the waterfall while enjoying the beauty of the mountains and forests. The Qidong Ancient Trail was once a path for residents to reach Shiding. Entering through the Qidong Waterfall Trail and following the stone steps, it only takes about 5 minutes to reach the five-story-high Qidong Waterfall, where water cascades into the pool below. The base is wide and flat, allowing visitors to listen to the sounds of the waterfall while enjoying the splashes of water, surrounded by negative ions and phytoncides. Continuing along the winding Qidong Valley, the sound of the flowing stream is constant, with moss-covered old stones and a serene atmosphere. Along the way, there are elegantly shaped camphor tree forests, a Tudi Gong temple, and remnants of abandoned stone houses left by early settlers, showcasing both cultural features and natural beauty.
