Tree Spirit Tower

Chiayi Attractions

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The Tree Spirit Pagoda is located in the Alishan National Forest Recreation Area. It is a stone tower approximately 20 meters high, built in 1935 by the Japanese government to commemorate the 77 workers (including Taiwanese and Japanese technicians) who lost their lives due to logging operations, as well as to soothe the souls of the 100,000 trees that were cut down. The design of the Tree Spirit Pagoda is rich in symbolic meaning, with a circular base representing the growth rings of trees, each layer symbolizing 500 years of tree age, and the grooves on both sides of the tower representing saw marks, telling the history of logging. This memorial tower not only showcases people's reverence for nature but also bears witness to the past forestry culture of Alishan. Today, it is surrounded by a forest of fir trees planted later, with lush greenery and a tranquil environment, making it an important spot for visitors to experience the natural beauty and historical memory of Alishan.

Address：Shu Ling Pagoda, Alishan Township, Chiayi County 605

Tree Spirit Tower Introduction

The Tree Spirit Tower is located in Alishan National Forest Recreation Area. It is a stone tower approximately 20 meters high, built in 1935 by the Japanese government to honor the 77 workers (including Taiwanese and Japanese technicians) who lost their lives due to logging operations, as well as to comfort the souls of the 100,000 trees that were felled. The design of the Tree Spirit Tower is rich in symbolism; the base is circular, representing the tree rings, with each layer symbolizing 500 years of tree age. The grooves on both sides of the tower body represent saw marks, telling the story of the logging history. This memorial tower not only reflects people's reverence for nature but also witnesses the historical forestry culture of Alishan. Today, it is surrounded by later-planted cedar forests, with lush greenery all around, creating a serene environment, making it an important site for visitors to experience the natural beauty and historical memory of Alishan.

Cultural Forest Recreation Areas Recreational

Tree Spirit Tower Travel Information

Address：Shu Ling Pagoda, Alishan Township, Chiayi County 605

Transportation Methods：1. Take the Chiayi County Bus from Chiayi Railway Station, Alishan Line, and get off at the final stop. 2. Take the Kuo-Kuang Motor Transport from Taipei Main Station to Alishan. 3. Take the Alishan Forest Railway and get off at Alishan Station. *Public transportation has fewer schedules, so it is recommended to check the departure times in advance.*

Parking Information：Open daily

Other Nearby Attractions： Qinshan River Hehe Doctor Commemoration Tablet 、 Ciyun Temple Viewpoint of New Eight Scenic Spots 、 Three-Generation Wood and Elephant Trunk Wood 、 Godly Flowing Waterfalls of the New Eight Sceneries 、 No. 28 Giant Tree of New Eight Views 、 Alishan Sacred Tree 、 Fragrant Forest Arch Bridge 、 Alishan Sacred Tree Ruins 、 Wuji Forest 、 Wuji Railroad

Nearby Cuisine： Ali Mountain Pavilion Restaurant (Sunrise Cloud Tea House) 、 Alishan House Restaurant 、 Gaoshanqing - Zhushanxuan Restaurant 、 Shanji Township Gourmet Restaurant 、 999 Restaurant 、 Yushan Garden Restaurant 、 999 Restaurant 、 Hsin Hsing Light Restaurant 、 Yushan Garden Restaurant 、 Dadongshan Leisure Resort