Li Ze Sand Dunes Coast Introduction
The "Turtle-Snake Mouth" in the Lanyang Legend refers to Turtle Island and the stretch of sand dunes, with Lizhe being a part of it. The coastline of the Lanyang Plain is slightly indented and shaped like a bow due to erosion by the sea. Only the Lanyang River, which originates from the area between the Xueshan Mountain Range and the Central Mountain Range, cuts through the landscape. The Dongshan River carries a large amount of sediment into the Pacific Ocean, with a strong erosive force and significant material transport. Additionally, the northeast monsoon, which visits for over half the year, causes the coastline to protrude eastward into a triangular delta shape, with active and continuous accumulation processes. This results in the formation of coastal sand dunes up to several dozen meters high at Lizhe beach. Due to the presence of these sand dunes, the rivers struggle to flow into the sea, leading to low-lying areas between the ridges of the dunes where drainage is difficult, causing water accumulation and creating wetlands behind. The dunes are adorned with silver grass, Casuarina trees, and Acacia, creating a smooth surface reminiscent of a polished beach. The contrast between the sand dunes and the greenery forms a fantastic landscape.
