Taiwu Mountain Scenic Area Introduction
Taiwu Mountain is located in the center of Kinmen Island. Although its elevation is only 253 meters, it is the highest mountain in Kinmen. Taiwu Mountain is an important memorial site for the 823 Artillery Battle. In addition to hiking and enjoying panoramic views, the mountain is rich in cultural landscapes, such as the "Do Not Forget in Zhu" and Haiyin Temple, both of which are distinctive attractions in Kinmen. There are four routes to ascend Taiwu Mountain: the Front Mountain, Back Mountain, Caicuo Ancient Trail, and Doumen Ancient Trail. The Front Mountain refers to the Yuzhang intersection north of the Taiwu Mountain cemetery, while the Back Mountain is at the end of Yuzhang Road next to the Pingdong Wenkang Center. Most people climb the mountain from the flat and easy-to-walk Front Mountain Yuzhang entrance, while the Doumen and Caicuo Ancient Trails are steeper and more challenging. The round trip to Taiwu Mountain takes about 2 hours, but considering the historical sites and scenic views along the way, a half-day plan is recommended. The Twelve Wonders of Taiwu Mountain refer to Zhan Yue Pool, Crab Eye Spring, Sleeping Cloud Stone, Cross-Heap Stone, Reflection Tower, Jade Table, Ancient Stone Room, Stone Gate, Thousand Zhang Wall, Overview Pavilion, Yantai Pine, and Cloud-Stepping Ladder. During the Ming Dynasty, the literary scene in Kinmen flourished, and with the poems of the scholars, it became a customary for literati to ascend Taiwu Mountain, allowing the Twelve Wonders of Taiwu Mountain to gain fame far and wide. The Yanping Prince’s Observation and Chess Playing Place is the best viewpoint on Kinmen Island. More about Do Not Forget in Zhu ＞＞ More about Haiyin Temple ＞＞ More about Caicuo Ancient Trail ＞＞ More about Doumen Ancient Trail ＞＞
