Miaolin Three Famous Mountains - Longtou Mountain, Shetou Mountain, and Guixing Mountain

Kaohsiung Attractions

茂林龍頭山

The Zhuokou Stream flows through Maolin, creating not only scenic views of towering mountains but also waterfalls, canyons, and a rich variety of flora and fauna, resulting in unique topography and geology. Longtoushan and Shetoushan are examples of hills formed by concentric flow. The formation of Shetoushan and Longtoushan is different; the former is shaped by the accumulation of soil and rocks from a landslide, connecting with the hills behind Shetoushan, creating a landscape resembling a viper's head, while Longtoushan stands on either side, complementing each other. The current separation of the dragon's head and the dragon's back seen at Longtoushan is the result of intentional blasting during the Japanese colonial period to facilitate local transportation and alter the water flow direction. This natural wonder, resembling a giant dragon spitting pearls, is a result of meandering streams and concentric hills. When viewed from above, it looks like a huge dragon coiled within the valley, creating a spectacular sight. Longtoushan, Shetoushan, and Guixing Mountain together are known as the three famous mountains of Maolin.

Address：Miaolin District, Kaohsiung City 851

Miaolin Three Famous Mountains - Longtou Mountain, Shetou Mountain, and Guixing Mountain Introduction

Zhuokou Creek runs through Maolin, creating unique landforms and geological features, including waterfalls, gorges, and rich flora and fauna, in addition to the towering mountain scenery. Longtou Mountain and Shetou Mountain are examples of ring-shaped hills. The formation of Shetou Mountain differs from that of Longtou Mountain; Shetou is connected to the hills behind it due to the accumulation of soil and rocks, resulting in a landscape resembling a hundred-pace snake, with Longtou Mountain on either side complementing it. The current separation of the dragon head and dragon spine seen in Longtou Mountain is a result of intentional blasting during the Japanese occupation to alter the water flow direction for the convenience of local residents. This natural wonder, resembling a giant dragon spitting out pearls, is caused by the meandering and ring-shaped hilltopography. Viewed from above, it resembles a giant dragon coiled in the valley, creating a spectacular sight. Longtou Mountain, Shetou Mountain, and Tortoise Mountain are collectively known as the three famous mountains of Maolin.

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Miaolin Three Famous Mountains - Longtou Mountain, Shetou Mountain, and Guixing Mountain Travel Information

Address：Miaolin District, Kaohsiung City 851

Other Nearby Attractions： Dragon Head Mountain 、 Longtou Mountain Recreation Area 、 Dona Gaoh Suspended Bridge 、 Little Great Wall Trail 、 Wanshan Village 、 Snake Head Mountain 、 Maolin Valley/Loumu Creek Trail 、 Dona Village 、 Dona Stone House 、 Zhisali Trail

Nearby Cuisine： Sweet Potato Restaurant 、 Matsu Restaurant 、 South Taiwan Dining Establishments 、 Butterfly Svongvong 、 Cai Liao Tofu Pudding Specialty Store 、 Keli House Restaurant