Classic Itineraries
Hsienyanshan Mountain: Hiker Suspected of Cardiac Arrest Loses Vital Signs
On the noon of the 5th, a hiker on the well-known Hsienyanshan Mountain in Sanyi Township, Miaoli County, is suspected to have suffered a cardiovascular disease episode and lost vital signs during the climb. As the location is 2.5 kilometers from the trailhead and takes over half an hour to reach on foot, the fire department dispatched personnel to the scene while also providing online guidance to other hikers to administer CPR immediately. They will take over once paramedics arrive. The patient has not yet been reached.
Hiker falls 30 meters down slope on Yushan, suffers minor injuries and is rescued
The Chiayi County Fire Bureau received a report at 4:15 a.m. today stating that a hiker surnamed Liu had accidentally fallen 20 to 30 meters down a slope at the 3-kilometer point of the Yushan National Park hiking trail in Alishan Township, and was in critical condition. Rescue personnel were dispatched, and the injured hiker was successfully brought to flat ground by 7:06 a.m. He was then transported to Xianglin Health Center for treatment at 10:15 a.m. The Chiayi County Fire Bureau stated that the injured, Mr. Liu (50 years old), along with two friends, had gone hiking in Yushan National Park in Alishan Township early this morning. At the 3-kilometer point of the Yushan hiking trail, he accidentally fell 20 to 30 meters down a slope, prompting his friends to call for help. Rescue workers descended the steep slope and eventually managed to rescue him. Initial assessments showed he was conscious with a roughly 3-centimeter laceration on the head. He was sent to Xianglin Health Center by ambulance for medical attention.
Silk Weaving Guild Hiking Event Showcases Industry Vitality
The Taiwan Silk Weaving Guild, in collaboration with the Textile Industry Research Institute, the Alumni Association of the Department of Textile Engineering and Department of Molecular Science and Engineering at National Taipei University of Technology, the Republic of China Textile Research and International Exchange Association, and the Taiwan Industrial Textiles Association, jointly organized the 2018 Silk Weaving Industry Hiking and Friendship Raffle Event, covering a total distance of approximately 6 kilometers. With a total of 1,250 participants, the event demonstrated the vibrant and energetic spirit of the textile industry. The Chairman of the Silk Weaving Guild, Dai Hong-yi, stated that to promote the physical and mental well-being of professionals in the silk weaving industry and foster family harmony, the guild has been organizing the Hiking, Health, and Friendship Raffle Event since 1998, marking its 21st year this time. Over the past eight years, the hikes have taken participants through the western, northern, southern, and eastern districts outside Taipei City, as well as through the city’s historic neighborhoods, allowing everyone to experience the renewed vibrancy of old Taipei. However, over the years, many participants have shared with the guild that the hiking events, primarily focused on mountain trekking and nature walks, not only offer an escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life and a closer connection to the natural landscapes of green mountains and clear waters, but also provide opportunities to admire flowers, listen to the sounds of insects and birds, enjoy the gentle breeze, and breathe in fresh air.
Firefighters Go Hiking: Taoyuan Fire Department Strives for Excellence
The Taoyuan City Volunteer Firefighters’ Hiking and Training Fellowship Event kicked off on the 22nd, gathering hundreds of firefighters and volunteers to stretch their legs and bond at Shimen Reservoir. Mayor Cheng Wen-tsan attended the event and said that while firefighters protect the health of citizens, they also need to take good care of themselves. Through hiking activities, they can improve cardiopulmonary function, regulate the autonomic nervous system, and gain health, smiles, friendships, and confidence. Cheng Wen-tsan pointed out that over the past three years, the city government has continuously carried out a series of firefighting reforms and improvement measures, including increasing staffing. Around 300 new positions have been added in the past three years, and another 180 are expected next year. The total number of staff in the Fire Bureau will increase from 1,000 to 1,500, making it the fastest-growing in Taiwan. In addition, 99 new firefighting and disaster relief vehicles have been purchased, with a budget of about NT$730 million; personal equipment and gear such as infrared thermal imaging cameras, lighting ropes, and air breathing apparatuses have also been upgraded, with a budget of around NT$400 million; and the hazard pay allowance for firefighters with heavy and dangerous duties has been increased, raising the field hazard pay by 70%, from NT$8,435 to NT$14,340 per person per month. This year, a salary raise plan is also under consideration to give all firefighters greater strength, better protection, and a more complete firefighting team in Taoyuan. Cheng Wen-tsan mentioned that the city government plans to build five new fire stations within four years, including the already operational Pingding and Puxin stations. The remaining Daxi, Balin, and Yong’an stations are under construction. There are also plans to renovate four existing station buildings, including those in Xinpo, Youshi, Puzi, and Guoling, to provide firefighters with better working environments. The Fire Training Center and Disaster Prevention Education Museum in Bade is nearing completion and will serve as an excellent venue for firefighting education, helping citizens understand the importance of disaster prevention and rescue and raising awareness of disaster preparedness.
Man gets lost while hiking; Daxi police launch rescue
Three men — a 30-year-old surnamed Liu, a 43-year-old surnamed Tsai, and a 50-year-old surnamed Lin — got lost on February 20 while hiking in Beichadian Mountain in Fuxing District, Taoyuan City. Upon receiving the report, Daxi police immediately launched a rescue operation. Fortunately, the three were found at a fork in the road about 2 kilometers from the second trailhead and were assisted down the mountain. Police said that Liu, Tsai, and Lin, along with nine others, had agreed to meet at 9 a.m. on February 20 in Daxi District, Taoyuan City, before setting off together. Around 10 a.m., they arrived at Beichadian Mountain and entered via the second trailhead to summit the peak. After reaching the top, they planned to return the same way. However, during the descent, Liu began to suffer from exhaustion and mild dehydration. As a result, Tsai and Lin slowed their pace to accompany Liu as he walked slowly. The other nine hikers continued down the mountain and asked Lin, who was also with the group, to wait at the parking lot after descending. If the three did not show up, she was to call for help. Later, after waiting for over an hour and seeing no sign of Liu and the other two, Lin called the fire department for assistance, which then notified Xinei Police Station.
Flowering Tung Trees Dance Like Snowflakes – Hiking Event Now Open for Registration
The 2018 New Taipei City Hakka Tung Blossom Festival is about to begin. The Tucheng District Office will host the "Flowering Tung Trees Dance Like Snowflakes – A Journey to the Heavens" hiking event on May 6. Registration opens at 10:00 AM on the 23rd, with a limit of 500 participants. Sign up via the Tucheng District Office website. The Tucheng District Office stated that the district offers convenient and well-maintained hiking trails for enjoying the tung blossoms and invites the public to take a leisurely stroll among the blooms. The hiking route for this event will start from Nantianmu Square, passing through the Fire and Water Spring Trail, Qingxi Trail, Tung Blossom Park, and Moon-Viewing Pavilion before reaching the Sky Mountain Moon-Viewing Pavilion. The trail then follows the Firefly-Watching Path back to Nantianmu Square, covering a total distance of approximately 3 kilometers and taking about 2 hours. Participants can collect a stamp card upon check-in on the day of the event, with a stamping station located at the Sky Mountain Moon-Viewing Pavilion. Completing the course allows participants to redeem a special event souvenir with their stamp card. The Tucheng District Office noted that, in consideration of
Created from the body: Hiking fun, hip-hop thrills, and fashion play at the Cultural Expo
Come for the hiking fun at Huashan (Mount Hua)! Create your own culture from the body. In Taiwan, when people talk about Huashan these days, many might first think of the Huashan 1914 Creative Park on Zhongxiao East Road. Of course, fans of wuxia (martial arts) novels might think of Jin Yong’s legendary “Huashan Swordplay.” But from today (the 18th) through Sunday, there’s a real mountain experience at Huashan — the 2018 Taiwan Cultural Expo is in full swing. Here you can watch high-mountain documentaries, go camping, admire the beauty of craftsmanship, explore the history of Taiwanese hip-hop, and even savor “food fashion” through style. ●Culture + Economy: The Taiwan Cultural Expo showcases diverse creative energy Asia’s most thought-provoking exhibition — the 2018 Taiwan Cultural Expo — opened simultaneously today at Huashan 1914 Creative Park, Songshan Cultural and Creative Park, and the Expo Park’s competition venue. This year’s expo, themed “Created from the Body,” focuses on cultural content, with design thinking as its core and in-depth curation to highlight Taiwan’s cultural richness and serve as a platform for boosting cultural economy.
Conquered 32 peaks in 17 years: A mainland climber challenges himself
Renowned mountaineer Zhang Liang also rewrote the history of amateur mountaineering on the mainland last October by conquering the world's ninth-highest peak—Nanga Parbat—and joining the "14 Peaks Club." Although Zhang is just a banker and only began his climbing journey in 2000, even his experience with altitude sickness once led him to declare that he would never climb again. But Zhang kept climbing for 17 years and conquered 32 peaks. Every climb is a dialogue with life. Although Zhang has conquered 32 peaks, he still holds a deep respect for all high mountains. In September 2000, Zhang climbed a mountain for the first time. Although his first ascent was of Yuzhu Peak, which stands at 6,224 meters above sea level, he suffered from splitting headaches and severe vomiting as soon as he reached the 5,000-meter-high south base camp of Yuzhu Peak due to altitude sickness. Altitude sickness once made Zhang declare that he would never climb again.
Conquer 14 global peaks: Chinese female climber faces final hurdle
』 Rated as one of China's top ten athletes in 2017, Luo Jing, who scaled Broad Peak last July, set off again from Lhasa, Tibet on the 13th. She is expected to arrive at the base camp of Shishapangma today, and if all goes well, she will reach the summit in early May. Although an amateur mountaineer, Luo has already conquered 13 peaks over 8,000 meters in elevation; if she successfully climbs Shishapangma this time, she will become the first Chinese woman to join the "14 Peaks Club." Although only 42 years old and having started climbing peaks above 8,000 meters in 2011, Luo now only needs to conquer Shishapangma to enter the 14 Peaks Club. Currently, there are only 34 climbers worldwide who have successfully scaled all 14 independent peaks over 8,000 meters. Luo Jing’s Shishapangma expedition is supported by Tibet Yalaxiangbo Expedition Company, which provides guides and logistical support.
Accidental Injury on Kinmen’s Caicuo Ancient Trail: Female Hiker Suffers Thigh Fracture
The steep and challenging Caicuo Ancient Trail on Kinmen’s Mount Taiwu saw an accident today (13th), where a female hiker accidentally fell and suffered a thigh fracture. The Jinsha Fire Brigade dispatched five personnel for the rescue, taking over an hour to carry her down the mountain. Along the way, three female students from Kinmen University’s Tourism Department helped carry first aid equipment, and their kind gesture was greatly appreciated by the firefighters. At approximately 8:59 a.m. today, Xu Boyu, the on-duty officer at the Jinsha Fire Station, received a report from a member of the public surnamed Zheng, who informed them that there was a person suspected of having a fracture near the Hundred-Two Steps section of the Caicuo Ancient Trail and needed emergency assistance. Fire and ambulance services were immediately mobilized. Led by Squad Leader Xu Chunxiang, along with team members Wu Yaizu, Zhuang Xiuming, firefighter conscript Zhang Yile, and Su Zhelian, the team arrived at the Caicuo Ancient Trail entrance at around 9:06 a.m. The rescue personnel carried first aid kits, a 3-in-1 oxygen kit, suction splints...
The Zhuqie Shuishe Liao Ancient House Is Haunted, Guo Family Descendants Relocate to Sell Zongzi
With the heart of making zongzi for their family, Guo Qifang from Renshou Village, Zhushan Township, Chiayi County, began tying each zongzi with care. Years ago, by chance, she offered her family’s traditional wild boar ear leaf zongzi to hikers, which unexpectedly received high praise, leading her to start selling “Guo Family Zongzi” at home. However, she revealed that she dared not continue living in the old family house due to ghostly occurrences, prompting the move to their current location. Guo Qifang’s family originally lived near Shuishe Liao, roughly between Tunnel No. 20 and No. 21 of the Alishan Forest Railway. She once heard her father mention that in 1938 and 1948, two consecutive train derailments occurred, resulting in many lives lost in those accidents. Although a temple was built for worship, ghost stories continued to circulate. She recalled that during her childhood, she would not go outside after around 3 p.m., staying safely indoors. Later, as neighbors also avoided the area and members of the Guo family had their own ghost encounters, they quickly moved out of the ancient house.
Top Spring Outing Spots in Shenyang
As flowers bloom and fade, it’s once again the best season for hiking. When visiting Shenyang in spring, be sure to pick a sunny day and hit the trails with friends—hiking up the mountains and enjoying the view from above. Hiking not only refreshes the mind and keeps you fit, but also lets you breathe in some of the freshest air around. Shenyang’s dozen-plus stunning peaks, with their lush greenery and rolling ridges, are absolutely perfect for a spring getaway. Qipanshan (Chessboard Mountain) got its name from a stone on the mountain that was said to have a chessboard carved into it. Legend has it that the immortals Lü Dongbin and Tieguaili once played a game of chess here. At the summit stands Wanghu Pavilion (Lake-Viewing Pavilion), where you can take in the breathtaking scenery all around. The landscape here is unique in every season—spring’s greenery, summer’s vibrant views, autumn’s red maples, and winter’s snow create a truly distinctive panorama. After a tiring hike, having a picnic by the reservoir or Xiuhu Lake is a delightful way to relax. Shiren Mountain (Stone Men Mountain), part of the Changbai Mountain range
The 33-year-old director of the Yushan National Park Administration looks forward to safer mountaineering and sustainable ecology
The Yushan National Park Administration celebrated its 33rd anniversary on the 10th with a ceremony and a saxophone concert held at the Shuili Visitor Center; Director Tseng Wei-hung expressed hopes to improve the administration’s operations through corporate social responsibility and global citizenship. Thank-you certificates were also presented to organizations such as Zhushan Show Chwan Hospital, China Steel, and Yushan Bank during the event.
Hiker Fined for Illegally Collecting Wood
A woman surnamed Huang from Taichung was hiking in Xinyi Township when she picked up a 9-kilogram piece of wood she wanted to take home for decoration. She was caught by officers from the 6th Battalion of the 7th Brigade of the National Police Agency’s Preservation Corps and only then learned it was valuable Taiwan red cypress. Although the police sympathized with her ignorance of the law, they still transferred the case to the Nantou District Prosecutors’ Office for investigation. The 6th Battalion of the 7th Brigade received a report from staff at the Shuili Work Station of Nantou Forest Management Office, who noticed suspicious vehicles entering and exiting the Jundai Forest Road in Xinyi Township under their jurisdiction. They increased patrols in the mountain area and caught the woman stealing the precious Taiwan red cypress. The woman claimed she had picked it up casually during her hike and had no idea it was a protected tree species. Zhang Yuqi, captain of the 6th Battalion of the 7th Brigade, stated that forest products—both primary and secondary—from state-owned forest areas cannot be collected without proper application and permission. He urged the public not to test the law.
Hiker falls 50 meters down ravine; Yilan Fire Bureau rushes to rescue
The Yilan County Fire Bureau stated around midnight on the 9th that at 10:30 a.m. on the 8th, a group of hikers entered the mountain via the Taman Mountain trailhead in Fuxing District, Taoyuan City. They planned to descend via Forest Road 110 to Mingchi Lodge in Datong Township, Yilan County, aiming for a same-day round trip. The group consisted of eight men and one woman, but en route, a 60-year-old man surnamed Su slipped and fell about 50 to 60 meters down to the bottom of a stream. The Yilan County Fire Bureau received a forwarded report around 11 p.m. on the 8th and dispatched personnel and vehicles from the Datong branch, along with officials from the Forestry Bureau and the Sanchong Police Precinct, to assist. According to the fire bureau, fellow hikers reported that Mr. Su had external injuries but was still conscious. However, with temperatures dropping in the mountains, his condition remains uncertain.
The 2013 Liangshan Heroes Nanjing Purple Mountain Night Run event came to a successful close.
The 2013 NORTHLAND Cup Sanfo Outdoor Liangshan Heroes Mountain Running Race – Nanjing Station started at 6:30 PM local time on the evening of July 25 and concluded successfully at 9:00 PM that night. Despite the sweltering heat of midsummer, over 300 people signed up to participate, and many friends and family members came to cheer them on. The enthusiasm at the scene rivaled the intensity of the summer heat...
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Sighting of a Sambar Deer? Hiker Reportedly Kicked in the Ribs by a Sambar Deer at Tianzhong Forest Park
A 54-year-old man surnamed Ye from Tianzhong Township was hiking alone on the trail at Tianzhong Forest Park around dusk on the 4th. On his way back, halfway down the mountain, he was startled to see two sambar deer. After passing them, the larger deer behind suddenly attacked him without warning, stomping and kicking him violently with both its front and hind legs. This left him bloodied and bruised, with two broken ribs.
Fuji Ping Ancient Trail in Wanli District: Report of 3 Hikers Stung by Bees
Fuji Ping Ancient Trail in Wanli District, located at the back of Yangmingshan National Park, reported around 11:00 AM today that a group of 8 hikers were attacked by bees during their climb. Firefighters are still on their way to assist. The fire department stated that among the hikers, 3 adults were stung by bees, are conscious, show no signs of allergic reaction, and have expressed fear about returning to the trailhead. The remaining group of 1 adult and 4 children, totaling 5 people, were not attacked. Currently, the fire department is advising the hikers over the phone to wear long-sleeved clothing to avoid further stings, and firefighters have been dispatched to provide assistance.