A giant elephant stretches its trunk to drink water — The "Elephant Trunk Cave" at Shen’ao Fishing Port is a real eye-catcher

▲ The Shen’ao Fishing Port "Elephant Trunk Cave" is a spectacular sight standing as tall as a 10-story building.

Reported by EBC News journalists Zang Wang, Ke Jianru, and the SNG team / New Taipei City

Yehliu’s famous attraction "The Queen’s Head" attracts over 2 million visitors annually, but now there’s an even trendier new spot in New Taipei City. Locals have discovered a 10-meter-high "Elephant Trunk Cave" near Shen’ao Fishing Port in Ruifang District, New Taipei City — a naturally formed sea erosion landform that resembles a giant elephant stretching its trunk to drink from the sea, with even curly "eyelashes" above its "eyes."

With the waves constantly crashing against the shore, Shen’ao Fishing Port in Ruifang draws many visitors to enjoy the mountains and sea. The sight of the Elephant Trunk Cave leaves them awestruck. The massive cave stands roughly as tall as a 10-story building. The rock has been eroded by seawater, leaving behind a curved shape in the middle — a naturally formed sea erosion landform that looks like a giant elephant drinking water with its extended trunk.

Many people come here to explore and take photos, witnessing the wonders crafted by nature. Thanks to the Elephant Trunk Cave, the "Top 10 Classic and Charming Fishing Ports" competition organized by the Fisheries Agency has seen Shen’ao Fishing Port temporarily take the top spot in the specialty category with over 31,000 votes. (As of 12:30 PM on the 20th)

Seeing this stunning sight isn’t easy — you have to walk for 20 minutes, and it’s not along a smooth path. You must hop across jagged rocks and then walk along an unprotected trail. Visitors who really want to witness this magnificent sight in person should definitely pay attention to their safety.