Eternal Spring Shrine

Eternal Spring Shrine is a memorial located in Taroko National Park above a cascading waterfall, combining traditional Chinese design with the surrounding mountain rock formations. The structure incorporates the natural spring water flow as part of its overall composition.

The shrine was built in 1958 to honor workers who died constructing the Central Cross-Island Highway. Over 200 laborers lost their lives during this dangerous mountain road project that took place from 1956 to 1960.

The shrine draws visitors who come to remember those who died building the mountain road. It blends remembrance with the surrounding landscape, creating a place where people reflect on sacrifice and dedication.

Visitors reach the shrine by walking a mountain path that passes through several tunnels, taking approximately 20 minutes to complete. Buses from Hualien station provide transport to the Taroko park entrance where the trail begins.

A natural spring beside the shrine flows constantly throughout the year, creating a living connection between the memorial and the mountain landscape. This blend of built structure and flowing water gives the site a singular quality.