Taoyuan Valley Introduction
The vast grassland stretches for three kilometers, resembling a paradise on earth, like a fairyland that makes one forget the hustle and bustle of life. The green grass of Taoyuan Valley, formerly known as Kuan Niu Tsai Mountain, was once a playground for children to graze and play during farming off-seasons. Today, it is one of the most popular hiking routes among tourists, famous for its three-kilometer-long gentle hillside covered in lush grass, resembling a green carpet intricately woven by nature. On clear days, one can enjoy a 360-degree view, gazing east towards the Pacific Ocean and north towards Longdong Cape. In autumn and winter, the strong monsoon brings clouds to Taoyuan Valley, and the white golden grass on the hills sways in the mountain and sea breezes, creating a picturesque scene of fresh and beautiful meadows. As the name suggests, Taoyuan Valley is the source of the peach blossom land of Wuling people, embodying tranquility and serenity. With a few households in sight, where smoke rises from kitchens and the sounds of chickens and dogs can be heard, hiking travelers will surely leave with lasting impressions of this paradise, savoring its charm. The traditional route to Taoyuan Valley begins from the Renze community, featuring a steep uphill climb that winds and turns, leading to a clearing where both distant and nearby views unfold, bringing clarity to the mind. Upon reaching the vast grassland full of wildlife, friends and family can sit around to chat or lie comfortably in a star shape, gazing up at the blue sky while being caressed by the mountain and sea breezes. Standing at the highest point, one can see the Lanyang Plain and Guishan Island at their feet, where mountains and seas intersect, and human presence feels distant, truly a heavenly paradise.
