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RECOMMENDED DURATION

3 hours

VISITORS PER YEAR

1557106

EXPECTED WAIT TIME - STANDARD

0-30 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

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Did you know?

Yehliu Geopark is located on a narrow promontory extending approximately 1,700 metres into the sea along Taiwan's northern coast.

The park contains around 180 mushroom rocks, with the Queen's Head among its most famous formations.

Yehliu's unusual landscape was created through a combination of marine erosion, weathering, and crustal movement over millions of years.

Why visit Yehliu Geopark?

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See the iconic Queen's Head

See Yehliu's most famous natural landmark, the Queen's Head, a distinctive mushroom-shaped rock sculpted by thousands of years of wind and wave erosion. Its unusual shape has made it one of Taiwan's most recognizable natural formations.

Explore a landscape shaped by erosion

Walk through a remarkable coastal landscape filled with mushroom rocks, tofu rocks, sea candles, sea caves, and other unusual formations. The different shapes and textures reveal how wind, waves, and weathering have transformed the coastline over time.

Discover unusual geological formations

Look for formations such as Fairy Shoe and Sea Candle, alongside honeycomb weathering, cliffs, and wave-cut surfaces. Each area offers a different perspective on Yehliu's distinctive geology.

Enjoy dramatic coastal scenery

Yehliu Cape extends into the sea, creating an exposed coastal landscape with dramatic rock formations, ocean views, and walking trails. The contrast between the rugged rocks and blue waters makes it a popular photography spot.

Combine Yehliu with northern Taiwan highlights

Make the most of a day outside Taipei by combining Yehliu with Jiufen and Shifen. A full-day itinerary lets you experience Yehliu's geological wonders alongside Jiufen's historic streets and Shifen's waterfall and traditional sky lantern culture.

What to see at Yehliu Geopark

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Queen's Head

Yehliu's signature formation is a mushroom-shaped rock with a narrow neck and broader upper section. It is the park's most recognizable landmark and one of its most popular photography spots.

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Places to see on the Yehliu, Jiufen & Shifen day trip

A day trip from Taipei combines Yehliu Geopark with two of northern Taiwan's best-known destinations. The order and time spent at each stop can vary by itinerary.

Yehliu Geopark

Explore the dramatic coastline of Yehliu Cape, home to the Queen's Head, mushroom rocks, tofu rocks, sea candles, and other geological formations. Spend time following the trails and visiting the main viewing areas.

Jiufen Old Street

Head into the hills to Jiufen, a historic mountain town known for narrow lanes, traditional tea houses, local food stalls, and views over the coast. Browse the old streets and sample local snacks while taking in the town's atmospheric setting.

Shifen Waterfall

Visit Shifen Waterfall, one of Taiwan's best-known waterfalls. Walking paths and viewing areas offer different perspectives of the broad cascade surrounded by forested scenery.

Shifen Old Street

Explore Shifen Old Street, a former railway settlement where shops and food stalls line the tracks. Watch trains pass through the historic station area and explore the local market.

Sky lantern experience

Depending on the selected itinerary, take part in a traditional Shifen sky lantern experience. Write wishes or messages on a lantern before releasing it into the sky.

Frequently asked questions about Yehliu Geopark

Yehliu is famous for its unusual coastal rock formations, particularly the Queen's Head, along with mushroom rocks, tofu rocks, sea candles, sea caves, and other formations shaped by erosion and weathering.

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