Xiaoganshan

Chiayi Attractions

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Mount Ogasawara is located within the Alishan National Forest Recreation Area, with an elevation of 2,488 meters. Originally named "Wansui Mountain," it was surveyed for the first time by a team from the Government-General of Taiwan in October 1904. In honor of the contributions of the team member and Chiayi magistrate, Ogasawara Fujirō, the site was named "Mount Ogasawara." In November 2005, a viewing platform on the mountain was reconstructed and has since become a popular spot for appreciating the magnificent scenery of Alishan. From the platform, one can enjoy a panoramic view of the expansive mountains, witness the sunrise in the morning, and experience the golden sunlight bathing the mountain peaks. During dusk, visitors can admire the beautiful scenery of the sunset intertwined with colorful clouds, with shifting light and shadow resembling a poem or a painting. Additionally, after nightfall, Mount Ogasawara becomes a paradise for stargazers, with a starry night sky that brings peace and joy. This century-old peak, rich in natural beauty and historical significance, is one of the new eight scenic spots of Alishan, allowing every traveler to find tranquility and inspiration here.

Address：Alishan Township, Chiayi County 605

Xiaoganshan Introduction

Mount Ogasawara is located within Alishan National Forest Recreation Area, with an elevation of 2,488 meters. Originally named "Wansui Mountain," it was first surveyed by the Japanese colonial government's investigation team in October 1904. In honor of the contributions of team member and Chiayi magistrate Ogasawara Fujirō, the site was named Mount Ogasawara. In November 2005, the viewing platform atop the mountain was refurbished, becoming a popular spot to admire the magnificent views of Alishan. From the platform, visitors can gaze across the vast mountain ranges, welcome the sunrise in the early morning, and experience the golden sunlight illuminating the mountain peaks; in the evening, one can appreciate the beautiful scene of sunset and colorful clouds blending together, with the changing light creating a poetic landscape. Moreover, after nightfall, Mount Ogasawara becomes a paradise for stargazers, with a starry night sky that brings peace and tranquility. This century-old peak, rich in natural scenery and historical significance, is one of the new eight scenic spots of Alishan, allowing every traveler to find a piece of tranquility and inspiration here.

Recreational National Scenic Areas

Xiaoganshan Travel Information

Address：Alishan Township, Chiayi County 605

Transportation Methods：1. Take the Chiayi Bus from Chiayi Bus Station towards Alishan and get off at Alishan National Forest Recreation Area, then walk to Zhaoping Station. 2. Take the Taiwan High Speed Rail to Chiayi Station and then take the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle Alishan A Line, or take the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle Alishan B Line from Chiayi Railway Station, get off at Alishan Forest Recreation Area, then walk to Zhaoping Station. 3. Take Kuo-Kuang Bus No. 1835 from Taipei to Alishan Forest Recreation Area, then walk to Zhaoping Station. 4. At the Sun Moon Lake Shuishe Visitor Center, take Yuanlin Bus Sun Moon Lake - Alishan Line, get off at Alishan Forest Recreation Area, then walk to...

Other Nearby Attractions： Sunrise at Wuqi 、 Wuqih Cloud Sea 、 Zhushan (Station and Surrounding Area) 、 Water Mountain Giant Trees 、 Wuchi Forest 、 Xianglin Arch Bridge 、 Sisters Lake 、 Giant Tree Boardwalk 、 Tertian Wood and Elephant Nose Wood 、 Tree Spirit Tower

Nearby Cuisine： Alishan House Restaurant 、 Alishan Hotel Restaurant 、 Yushan Garden Restaurant 、 Yushan Garden Restaurant 、 999 Restaurant 、 Nine Nine Nine Restaurant 、 New Star光 Restaurant 、 Gao Shan Qing - Zhu Shan Hsuan Restaurant 、 Dadongshan Leisure Resort 、 Tian Mama You Cha Ju Garden Cuisine Restaurant