Shifen waterfall, Waterfall in Pingxi District, New Taipei City, Taiwan
Description
Shifen waterfall is a cascade over a rock formation in Pingxi with the largest water volume of any falls in Taiwan. The width of the curtain and height of the drop create a dramatic display that looks different depending on seasonal water levels.
History
The site took its name from early settlers in the 1800s who founded a community in the area around the Keelung gorge. Over generations, this location became a recognized landmark along the river valley.
Culture
The name comes from ten families who settled here and requested equal shares of supplies, a story still remembered by people in the area. Locals enjoy visiting when water volume is highest after rainfall, treating it as a gathering spot throughout the year.
Practical
The site is open daily and has multiple viewing platforms at different elevations, each offering a distinct angle of the cascades. The main path from the entrance is well-marked and easy to follow, taking visitors down to the primary observation area.
Did you know?
The location is often overlooked by travelers because of nearby former mining towns, though it sits within a landscape shaped by Taiwan's coal industry heritage. Many visitors only discover the abandoned mine sites while exploring the surrounding area and gain a fuller picture of the region's past.
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