Center of Taiwan Monument Introduction
Located at the foothills of Huto Mountain in Puli Township, adjacent to Puwu Highway and beside Puli High School of Industry and Commerce. President Chiang Ching-kuo once described this place with the four characters "山清水秀" ("beautiful mountains and clear waters"). The monument is beautifully designed and majestic, embraced by two white arc walls, with a three-meter high ochre screen as the pedestal in the center, topped with a stainless steel pole bearing two intersecting circular rings — the entire structure resembles a half-open lily flower, making it a significant geographical sightseeing spot. From the steps below the central monument, the lush green mountain shadows contrast with the elegant design lines, creating a spectacular view. Climbing the stone steps behind the monument, which have over four hundred steps, leads to the summit of Huzitan, the astronomical reference point for Taiwan's geographic center, built by the Forestry and Nature Conservation Authority, which is also the largest triangulation point in Taiwan. The summit is adorned with ancient pine trees that are lush and magnificent. From the top, visitors can enjoy the breathtaking views of sunrises and sunsets, as well as a panoramic view of the Puli Basin.
