Zhaishan Tunnel, Tunnel in Jincheng Township, Taiwan
Zhaishan Tunnel is a tunnel in Jincheng Township, Taiwan, carved through solid rock. It runs for 101 meters (331 feet) and is 6 meters (20 feet) wide, with a straight passage that visitors can walk through.
The tunnel was dug by hand in the mid-20th century, when local workers cut through the rock with simple tools. It served as a passage for people and goods moving between the village and the coast, and later became a walking route.
Local people often walk through the tunnel as a shortcut or for exercise, and you may see them moving through at a steady pace. The walls show marks from the tools used to cut the rock, a visible trace of the work that shaped this passage.
The tunnel is easy to walk through, but the ground can be uneven and slippery in places, so wear shoes with good grip. Lighting is limited inside, so it helps to bring a small flashlight or use your phone light to see the walls and the floor clearly.
The tunnel is cut through a single block of granite, and its straight line means you can see the exit from the entrance. On hot days, the air inside stays cool, offering a natural break from the sun.
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