Elder Rock Introduction
Elder Rock, as the name suggests, resembles an elderly person who has endured the hardships of life. By traversing the grassy plains of Hongtou Village and climbing the cliffs, one can reach Elder Rock, formed by coral reefs. From the sea, Elder Rock is particularly clear, showcasing a rock landscape rich in exotic island flavors, with a truly unique view. The geological formations of Lanyu primarily consist of andesitic lava with amphibole, basaltic agglomerate, Pleistocene red soil layers, uplifted coral reefs, and Holocene alluvial and colluvial deposits, along with coastline fringing reefs, all shaped by nature's processes of marine erosion and weathering, thereby creating Lanyu's most intriguing rock formations. Elder Rock is a coastal erosion landform, surrounded by a volcanic crater, making climbing difficult due to the towering rocks. At the summit, the precious Podocarpus nakaianus of Lanyu remains preserved. Since it grows at the top and is difficult to access, it has not been subjected to human destruction, making it a well-preserved plant landscape. In addition to Elder Rock, other famous rock formations on Lanyu include Hongtou Rock, Crocodile Rock, Shuangshi Rock, Longtou Rock, Hen Rock, Yunu Rock, Wukong Cave, Tank Rock, Steel Helmet Rock, Mantou Rock, and Warship Rock.
