Daluoran River Introduction
The Daluolan Creek Ancient Aqueduct Trail, also known as the Fushan Ma'an Ancient Aqueduct Trail, is referred to as "Tranan" in the Atayal language, meaning the confluence of two streams. In Mandarin, it is translated to "Daluolan." Initially, the Atayal people hunted in the vicinity of Balin, Taoyuan, and migrated here because they found the water resources abundant and the soil fertile. This area became the initial settlement for the Atayal people moving to Wulai. The lifeline of the tribe, Daluolan Creek, is surrounded by lush greenery, with the riverbed varying between narrow and wide, where schools of fish swim in the clear waters, creating a breathtaking landscape. Due to agricultural needs, the water canal was excavated during the Japanese occupation to divert water from Daluo Creek for farming in the village. Later, with the advent of tap water, the canal lost its irrigation function, but the water continues to flow gently. The trail is lined with ancient trees and lush shade, becoming a paradise for animals and plants, as well as an ecological corridor. The ancient aqueduct runs along the contour lines of the mountain slopes, with Daluolan Creek in the valley, occasionally revealing glimpses of the white Zong Creek through the gaps in the forest. Visitors can enjoy the flowing water from the elevated viewing platform, surrounded by jagged rocks in the gorge, creating an incomparably beautiful scenery.
