Linsanbi Geological Landscape Ecological Trail Introduction
Located at the boundary between Sanzi District and Shimen District, Linshanbi's natural geological landscape has become a filming location for the movie "Secret That Cannot Be Told." In one scene, the male protagonist escorts the female protagonist home, which was shot on the cycling path in Linshanbi Recreation Area. Many tourists visit in search of this beautiful trail, which offers stunning seaside views, especially when the gentle breeze rustles the Casuarina trees and the sea wind stirs the silver waves, creating a captivating scene. The reality show "Come on! We're Open" also chose Linshanbi as its main filming location, transforming the original old house into a vibrant restaurant, attracting numerous fans of the show and adding another highlight to Linshanbi. The angular, sharp-edged "Fengling Stone" is a representative geological feature along the Linshanbi trail. The well-developed joints of the andesite, eroded by ocean waves over the years and continuously battered by the wind carrying sand particles, have gradually formed flat wind-eroded surfaces. The changing wind directions then sculpt the stone from different angles, resulting in sharp points, hence the name "Fengling Stone." Standing to admire these large and uniquely shaped Fengling Stones feels like listening to a conversation between the wind and the stones. Eight hundred thousand years ago, the eruption of the Zhuzi Volcano in the Datun Volcano Group caused hot lava to flow into the sea in two streams, forming Taiwan's northernmost beautiful headland, Linshanbi, which faces off against Cape Fugui. Besides the Fengling Stones, the algal reefs, considered a treasure of Linshanbi, are another unique geological feature worthy of observation. Some algae require a stable rock surface to thrive, and the widespread andesite naturally provides the best choice. With the continual growth and decay of algae over generations, they form multiple thin layers of calcareous algal reefs on the rock surface, which can currently only be seen along Taiwan's northern coast. At Linshanbi, in addition to witnessing the spectacular and rugged coastal terrain and the rich intertidal ecology, one can also enjoy the beauty of the fine white sand. By checking the tides in advance and preparing the necessary equipment, visitors can indulge in the fun of playing with the waves.
