Stone Umbrella

　　   　    　    Introduction       The Stone Umbrella is a unique rock formation along the East Coast Highway of Hualien and Taitung. It is a reef that extends from the shore into the sea, named for its resemblance to an umbrella. When large waves surge in and crash against the rocks, several cascading waterfalls and surging tides form between the crevices, creating a spectacular sight worth seeing.       Transportation       Take the Dingdong Bus coastal line from in front of Taitung Railway Station bound for Jingpu, and get off at Stone Umbrella. Buses are infrequent. Alternatively, take a bus operated by Taiwan Bus or Dingdong Bus to Chenggong Town, then transfer to a Dingdong Bus bound for Changbin and get off at Stone Umbrella. The Stone Umbrella scenic area is located near Sanxiantai and can be visited along the way.    

　　 Taitung County, Taiwan