Tree Spirit Tower

Chiayi Attractions

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The Tree Spirit Tower is located in Alishan National Scenic 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, while also soothing the souls of the 100,000 trees that were felled. The design of the Tree Spirit Tower is filled with symbolic meaning; its circular base represents the tree's growth rings, each layer symbolizes 500 years of tree age, and the grooves on both sides of the tower represent saw marks, telling the story of logging history. This memorial tower not only showcases people's respect for nature but also testifies to Alishan's past forestry culture. Today, it is surrounded by later-planted cypress forests, with lush greenery around it, creating a serene environment, making it an important site for visitors to experience the natural beauty and historical memories 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 spirits of 77 workers (including Taiwanese and Japanese technicians) who perished during logging operations, as well as to console the souls of the 100,000 trees that were felled. The design of the Tree Spirit Tower is rich in symbolic meaning; the base is circular, representing the growth rings of trees, with each layer symbolizing 500 years of tree age, while the grooves on both sides of the tower represent saw marks, recounting the history of logging. This memorial tower not only reflects people's reverence for nature but also witnesses the forestry culture of Alishan in the past. Today, the area is surrounded by later-planted cedar forests, providing a lush green environment that is serene and tranquil, making it an important site for visitors to experience the natural beauty and historical memories of Alishan.

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Tree Spirit Tower Travel Information

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

Transportation Methods：1. Take the Chiayi County Bus from Chiayi Train Station, Alishan Line, and get off at the last 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 transport schedules are limited, so it's recommended to check the departure times in advance.

Parking Information：Open daily

Other Nearby Attractions： Qinshan River Hehe Doctor Memorial Tablet 、 Tertian Wood and Elephant Nose Wood 、 Giant Tree Boardwalk 、 No. 28 Giant Tree of the New Eight Scenic Spots 、 Giant Tree of Alishan 、 Xianglin Arch Bridge 、 Wuchi Forest 、 Sisters Lake 、 Wuqih Railway 、 Shuling Tower

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