Kaipi Honghuang Shijie Introduction
During the Tongzhi period, Japanese troops invaded Taiwan, and Wu Guangliang was commissioned to plan the opening of the mountains and pacifying the indigenous people. He personally inscribed on a gigantic stone by the Zhuoshui River at the foot of Caoling in Jiji. Subsequently, he sent people into the mountains to explore routes and opened the "Batongguan Ancient Trail" in the first year of the Guangxu era. This venture benefited future generations and exemplified great spirit, establishing a remarkable record that has lasted through the ages. The Ministry of the Interior designated this monument as a national level one heritage site. In 2001, supported by the Water Resources Agency of the Ministry of Economic Affairs, the surrounding environment of the monument was organized, beautified, and drainage facilities were improved. The inscription on the Honghuang plaque is bold and powerful, rich in ancient meaning. In front, there are the old piers of the Jiji Bridge, and behind lies Shitou Mountain. Hikers may wish to pause here to appreciate and reminisce about the ancients.
