Text / Compiled and reported by the MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Department
Every spring, a splash of lush green dominates Instagram. When the old plum stone troughs begin to turn green, it signals the arrival of spring. The old plum green stone troughs along the coast in Shimen District on Taiwan’s northern coast boast stunningly beautiful rock ridges. From around March to May each year, they turn a vivid green due to the growth of seaweed, creating a rare and unique landscape in Taiwan that attracts many photography enthusiasts and tourists to admire and take photos.
The seasonal green of the old plum stone troughs is here now. (Photo provided by wind8894)
The old plum green stone troughs usually appear from mid-March to early May, especially looking most beautiful during the Qingming period in April. Over nearly 2 kilometers of neatly arranged grooves, seaweed adheres to the surfaces, forming rows of “green stone troughs” that paint the entire coastline in bright green. When seawater crashes against the troughs, it stirs up splashes of foam, creating a dazzling effect reminiscent of fireworks bursting along the shore.Burstinginto bloom.
Changes in temperature, along with continuous rainfall, create a moist environment that is conducive to seaweed growth. (Photo provided by wind8894)
The old plum stone troughs feature fine sandy beaches and eroded rocky shores. Seawater erosion has formed an array of grooves averaging about 50 centimeters in depth. The stone trough reefs here are volcanic rocks, suitable for the attachment and growth of seaweed. When the seaweed dies, its remains harden into a thin layer of lime, on which new algae continue to attach and grow. This cycle repeats continuously, building up this beautiful algal reef.
The old plum stone troughs turned green earlier last year. (Photo provided by wei_noah)
The stunning photos of the old plum stone troughs leave a deep impression, but seeing them in person is even more breathtaking. However, when taking photos or sightseeing on-site, avoid stepping on the troughs as it may affect algae growth. Additionally, before heading out to enjoy the view, check the low tide times for Shimen District via the weather bureau to ensure you can see the beauty of the stone troughs without being blocked by high tide.
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Public Transport Info:
Take the Tamsui or Keelung bus, which runs between Tamsui MRT Station and Keelung Railway Station, and get off at the “Laomei” stop (walk straight through Laomei Community to reach the destination)
Vehicle & Motorcycle Transport Info:
1. Highway National Freeway No. 3 (Jinji Interchange) → Provincial Highway No. 2 → Wanli → Jinshan → Shimen (at 26.3 km on Provincial Highway No. 2)
2. Highway National Freeway No. 1 (Wugu Interchange) → Expressway No. 64 → Bali-Wugu (heading toward Tamsui) → Guandu Bridge → Zhubei → Hongshulin → Provincial Highway No. 2 → Sanzhi → Shimen (at 26.3 km on Provincial Highway No. 2)
3. Taipei → Shilin → Guandu → Zhubei → Hongshulin → Provincial Highway No. 2 → Sanzhi → Shimen (at 26.3 km on Provincial Highway No. 2)
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