Tree Spirit Tower

Chiayi Attractions

樹靈塔

The Tree Spirit Pagoda is located in Alishan National Forest Recreation Area. It is a stone pagoda approximately 20 meters tall, built in 1935 by the Japanese government to commemorate 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 filled with symbolic meaning; the base is circular, representing the growth rings of trees, each layer symbolizes 500 years of tree age, and the grooves on both sides of the pagoda represent saw marks, telling the story of logging history. This memorial tower not only showcases people's reverence for nature but also witnesses the past forestry culture of Alishan. Today, it is surrounded by later-planted cedar forests, and the area is lush and serene, making it an important site for visitors to experience the natural beauty and historical memory of Alishan.

Address：Shuilingtai, Alishan Township, Chiayi County 605

Tree Spirit Tower Introduction

The Shuling Tower is located in Alishan National Scenic Area and is a stone tower approximately 20 meters high, built in 1935 by the Japanese government. It was established to honor the 77 workers (including Taiwanese and Japanese technicians) who died due to logging operations, as well as to console the souls of the 100,000 trees that were cut down. The design of the Shuling Tower is rich in symbolic meaning, with a circular base representing the growth rings of trees, each layer symbolizing 500 years of tree age, while the grooves on both sides of the tower represent saw marks, narrating the history of logging. This memorial tower not only demonstrates people's reverence for nature but also witnesses Alishan's past forestry culture. Today, the surrounding area is filled with later-planted cedar forests, lush greenery, and a serene environment, making it an important spot for visitors to appreciate the natural beauty and historical memories of Alishan.

Recreational Cultural Forest Recreation Areas

Tree Spirit Tower Travel Information

Address：Shuilingtai, Alishan Township, Chiayi County 605

Transportation Methods：1. Take the Chiayi County Bus from Chiayi Train Station, Alishan Line, and get off at the final stop. 2. Take the Kuo-Kuang Bus from Taipei Bus Station to Alishan. 3. Take the Alishan Forest Railway and get off at Alishan Station. Note: Public transportation has fewer departures, so it's recommended to check the departure times in advance.

Parking Information：Open daily

Other Nearby Attractions： Qinshan River He Yinong Doctor Memorial Tablet 、 Ciyun Temple Viewing Point 、 Three-Generation Wood and Elephant Trunk Wood 、 Giant Tree Trail 、 Shen Yi Waterfall 、 Giant Tree No. 28 of the New Eight Scenic Spots 、 Giant Tree of Alishan 、 Fragrant Forest Arch Bridge 、 Alishan Ancient Tree Ruins 、 Wuji Forest

Nearby Cuisine： Alishan Hotel Restaurant 、 Ali Mountain Pavilion Restaurant (Sunrise Cloud Tea House) 、 Alishan House Restaurant 、 Gaoshan Qing - Zhu Shan Hsuan Restaurant 、 Shanzi Township Flavored Restaurant 、 Yushan Garden Restaurant 、 Nine Nine Nine Restaurant 、 New Star Light Restaurant 、 Yushan Garden Restaurant 、 Tian Mama You Cha Ju Farmhouse Cuisine