Galaxy Cave Hiking Trail Introduction
The New Taipei City’s Xindian Galaxy Cave has sparked a viral trend on Instagram, and one of its most unique sights is a small temple dedicated to Guanyin, nestled in the mountain wall. The temple, paired with the waterfall cascading nearby and surrounded by lush greenery, creates an ethereal and picturesque scene that has become a dream destination for travelers. Exploring the Galaxy Cave, located upstream of the Meiziliao River, reveals a cave formed by the concave mountain wall. Visitors can enjoy the view of the waterfall and ferns from the Guanyin Temple's balcony, or take a break at the stone tables and chairs to savor the tranquil mountain atmosphere. Additionally, travelers are encouraged to pass through the small temple to reach the nearby Lü Dongbin Temple, where they can get close to the waterfall and enjoy the refreshing mist. The Lü Dongbin Temple is said to have been built due to the legend that there are footprints of Lü Dongbin on the rock above the waterfall, which complement the footprints at Jingmei Fairy’s Rock, thus adding a mysterious legend to the mountainous paradise. Transportation Tips: Travelers can take a bus to either "Galaxy Cave Station" or "Zhongsheng Bridge Head Station" and then walk for about 10 minutes to reach the trailhead of the Galaxy Cave Ridge Trail. It takes approximately 30 minutes on the trail to arrive at the Galaxy Cave's enchanting spot. If physically capable, hikers can continue along the trail to the Maokong Gondola Station for a fulfilling day's journey!
