Qingtiankeng Introduction
Qingtiangang, also known as Sun Valley, is located in the center of the Datun Mountain Range, situated between Zhuzi Mountain, Qigu Mountain, and Ding Mountain as well as Huangzui Mountain. The flat terrain is formed from the lava of Bamboo Cane Mountain. During the Japanese rule, the Japanese established the Dalingzi Ranch here for tea planting and grazing purposes. After Taiwan's restoration, the government set up the Yangmingshan Ranch based on the original planning of Qingtiangang and the Cold Water Pit area of the former Dalingzi Ranch. After Taipei City was upgraded to a municipal city, this ranch became managed by the Taipei City Agricultural Association. Currently, visitors can see grazing cattle in Qingtiangang, which are cared for by farmers from Beitou, Shilin, and Jinshan. With its flat terrain and continuous grasslands, Qingtiangang offers a lush green environment, making it the best natural classroom for observing grassland landscapes. The rolling green hillsides and the rounded low shrubs along the trails create a striking impression and have become one of the most popular spots for excursions in Yangmingshan National Park.
