Eternal Love Bridge Introduction
Tianchang Dijiou Bridge is located in Chukou Village, spanning two rustic suspension bridges across the Bajhang River. Chukou Village, situated along the banks of the Bajhang River and Duliaoshan, is the starting point of the Alishan Highway. Constructed in the 12th year of the Shōwa era (1937) during Japanese rule, it was a vital bridge for early rural transport connecting Chukou to Chiayi. The Tianchang Dijiou Bridge comprises two different suspension bridges: the lower one is Dijiou Bridge, while the higher one is Tianchang Bridge. The Dijiou Bridge runs parallel to Highway 18, while the Tianchang Bridge is located behind Longyin Temple. Here, it is common to see couples strolling hand in hand across the bridge, enjoying the expansive views from above. The romantic atmosphere of Tianchang Dijiou Bridge makes one feel like they are in the midst of heaven and earth. Looking down at the Bajhang River below, during winter the water is as clear as a mirror, while in summer the turbulent waters surge wildly. Since the Alishan Highway opened, the road shifts from smooth paths to winding treacherous mountain roads, making it a rest stop for travelers, most of whom take a moment to pause here. The lush mountains behind the bridge, along with the babbling water beneath, create a beautiful rural scenery, where one can breathe in the fresh air and completely relax, washing away the fatigue of travel.
