Caoling

　　   Caoling belongs to Caoling Village in Gukeng Township, situated at the border of Nantou, Chiayi, and Yunlin counties. It lies at the central location among recreational areas such as Xitou, Alishan, and Rui-Li, with an altitude ranging from 450 to 1,750 meters. Surrounded by mountains, the area features spectacular rugged peaks, steep cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and a naturally cool climate. The terrain has created breathtaking natural landscapes that are truly awe-inspiring.

　　   The “Ten Scenic Spots of Caoling” include the Twin-Heart Waterfall, String-of-Pearls Pools, Penglai Waterfall, Cliffside Majesty, Gorge of Spring and Autumn, Little Paradise in the Clear Stream, Water Curtain Cave, Valley of the Soul, Frog Rock, and Marvelous Cave. Among these, the Gorge of Spring and Autumn, Cliffside Majesty, and Penglai Waterfall are particularly majestic and magnificent. In addition to the scenic views, the area also boasts distinctive mountain produce worth mentioning, including mountain taro balls, bitter tea oil, wild honey, dried bamboo shoots, shiitake mushrooms, grass jelly, and passion fruit—all locally produced and made, ensuring high quality, affordability, and great value.