Elder Rock Introduction
Old Man Rock, as the name suggests, resembles an elderly person who has weathered the storms of life. After traversing the grassy plains of Hongtou Village and climbing the steep cliffs, one can reach Old Man Rock, which is formed by coral reefs. Viewed from the sea, Old Man Rock appears particularly clear, showcasing a rock landscape rich in exotic island flavor, with a truly unique scenery. The geological formations of Lanyu primarily consist of andesitic lava and basaltic agglomerates containing hornblende, as well as Pleistocene red soil layers, uplifted coral reefs, and Holocene alluvial, colluvial, and coastal fringe reefs. Through the processes of natural marine erosion and weathering, the most fascinating rock formations of Lanyu have been sculpted. Old Man Rock is a coastal erosion landform, surrounded by a volcanic crater, making it difficult to climb due to the towering rocks. The top of the rock retains the precious Lanyu species of Podocarpus macrophyllus. Growing at the summit, and being hard to access, it has not been subject to human destruction, serving as a well-preserved plant landscape. In addition to Old Man Rock, other famous rock formations in Lanyu include Hongtou Rock, Crocodile Rock, Twin Lion Rock, Dragon Head Rock, Hen Rock, Maiden Rock, Wokong Cave, Tank Rock, Helmet Rock, Bread Rock, and Battleship Rock.
