Batongguan Historic Trail - Wannian Hengqu Tablet Introduction
The Batongguan Ancient Trail occupies a significant page in Lugu Township. In 1875, Qing General Wu Guangliang constructed this 125-kilometer-long trail, which crosses the Central Mountain Range and leads to the Houshan Trail, known as the Batongguan Ancient Trail. The starting point is Linqipu (now Zhushan Township in Nantou County), passing through Fenghuang Mountain and Dongpu in Lugu Township, and traversing Xiuguluan Mountain to reach Pushige (now Yuli in Hualien County). Most of the trail's path in Lugu Township has been damaged, but on a large stone at the foot of Fenghuang Mountain, the inscription "Wannian Hengqu" can be found. The frame measures about 150 cm high and 123 cm wide, showcasing powerful and bold brushwork. The four characters "Wannian Hengqu" signify that the road facilitates convenient travel and commerce, benefiting generations endlessly. It has been designated as a national historic site.
