Taoyuan Valley Introduction
The vast grassland stretches for three kilometers, making it feel like stepping into a paradise, resembling a fairyland that allows one to forget the noise of the world. The lush green Taoyuan Valley, formerly known as Kuan Cowboy Mountain, was once a place for children to herd and play during farming off-seasons. Today, it is one of the most popular hiking routes among tourists, renowned for its three-kilometer expanse of gentle, grassy hills that resemble a large, intricately woven green carpet by nature. On clear days, one can enjoy a 360-degree view, gazing east at the Pacific Ocean and north at Longdong Cape. In autumn and winter, strong monsoons bring clouds to Taoyuan Valley, while the white miscanthus across the mountains makes the winds from the mountains and sea swipe like waves, creating a refreshing and beautiful pastoral scene. Taoyuan Valley, as its name implies, is the source of the Peach Blossom Spring for the Wuling people, embodying tranquility and serenity, complemented by a few houses where the smoke rises and the sounds of chickens and dogs can be heard. Hikers will undoubtedly be deeply impressed by this utopian haven, cherishing the memory for a long time. The traditional route to Taoyuan Valley begins from the Renze Community, featuring a steep ascent with winding paths that lead to a clearing. As the view opens up, one feels uplifted, and the scenery refreshes the mind. Continuing to the vast grassland filled with rustic charm, friends and family can gather to chat or lie comfortably in a star shape, gazing up at the blue sky and feeling the mountain and sea breezes. Standing at the highest point, the Lanyang Plain and Guishan Island lie beneath one’s feet, with the intersection of mountains and sea appearing distant and sparsely populated, truly making it a heavenly paradise.
