Yanzihkou Trail (Swallow Grotto)
Yanzihkou Trail (Swallow Grotto)
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,591 contributions
Aug 2020
The Swallow Grotto (Yanzihkou Trail) is in the Taroko National Park area. It is one of the best places to view Taroko Gorge, many famous pictures have been taken of Swallow Grotto. The swallows have been roosting in these caves for thousands of years. Don't miss Swallor Grotto, it's probably the best observation point in the Taroko National Park.
Written 12 September 2020
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ianwyj
Singapore5,188 contributions
Dec 2022
If you've made it to the Taroko Gorge, then you would probably have visited the Swallow Grotto. It's the most dramatic, and the most popular, area of the various natural sights in the region. It's also the highlight of the Yanzhikou Trail which runs parallel to the Liwu River. Over many thousands of years, the river carved the high bluff cliffs and the many natural holes in the cliff walls that were used by swallows as the sites of their nests, hence the name of the grotto. The trail also featured the Indian Chief in the Gorge rock formation (which wasn't very obvious but thankfully, there was a sign nearby to point it out) as well as the Jinheng Bridge that was named for a local supervisor who died during the construction of Taiwan's cross-island highway. As with other visitors who were there, we donned hard hats (provided at the start of the trail) to protect against unpredictable rock falls. Part of the old highway is now incorporated into the tourist trail, so some care should be exercised when walking the trail due to adjacent car traffic.
Written 3 June 2023
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Jessie L
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Nov 2019
The view was MAGNIFICENT! Hiking in Taroko Gorge while listening to the river flowing was such a dream come true. Although we were walking along "almost vertical cliffs", it's quite safe. The road was well paved and handrails were built along the trail. Oh also, it's mandatory to wear helmet!
Written 20 October 2020
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,591 contributions
Jan 2020
The Swallow Grotto, (Yanzikou Trail) is one of the best- known features of the Taroko Gorge area. The views are great and you really experience what the area was like in the old days. The trek through the forest is uplifting. It's a bit of a climb, but nothing anyone of average fitness can't achieve.
Written 20 January 2020
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Zimminaroundtheworld
Okinawa Prefecture, Japan1,973 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
I spent a day at Taroko Gorge and everything here was amazing. Swallow Grotto was definitely a highlight. The landscape is so dramatic and beautiful. Pick up your hard hats and watch out for falling rock. The views anywhere along this area are spectacular. There was even a cafe that served great coffee and snacks. Highly recommended
Written 8 March 2024
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TheShis
Tel Aviv, Israel42,755 contributions
Apr 2016 • Couples
This stunning trail forces you to wear a protective helmet through parts of it, due to falling rocks.
The trails goes along the mountain road, overlooking the deep gorge and watching the powerful water stream.
The road then curves and gets into the mountain, where you can take a closer look at the water down below.
The sheer depth of the gorge is stunning and the huge rock walls on both sides of the gorge will cause your jaw to drop.
Absolutely amazing!
The trail takes anything from an hour to two hours, and is quite easy, as you only follow the road along the gorge.
The trails goes along the mountain road, overlooking the deep gorge and watching the powerful water stream.
The road then curves and gets into the mountain, where you can take a closer look at the water down below.
The sheer depth of the gorge is stunning and the huge rock walls on both sides of the gorge will cause your jaw to drop.
Absolutely amazing!
The trail takes anything from an hour to two hours, and is quite easy, as you only follow the road along the gorge.
Written 17 June 2016
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Warren K
Surfers Paradise, Australia116 contributions
Feb 2020
fascinating experience check entry cabs are trustworthy difficult to negotiate at times part of famous Raiwan culture
Written 19 February 2020
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Onie T
Mandaluyong, Philippines75 contributions
Mar 2018 • Solo
I was only able to visit/stop at 3 locations in Taroko but this one was my favorite! The views along the tunnel were amazing and exhilarating. Looking above and below the gorges made me feel so small. This is the kind of place that looks good in photos but even better in real life ^_^
This stop is obviously popular since a lot of buses/cars stop here, but it did not feel crowded since the tourists do not stay at one place for a long time and need to move/walk along the way.
If you are budget conscious I suggest you bring your own snacks as the food sold here and in other shops around Taroko are expensive.
This stop is obviously popular since a lot of buses/cars stop here, but it did not feel crowded since the tourists do not stay at one place for a long time and need to move/walk along the way.
If you are budget conscious I suggest you bring your own snacks as the food sold here and in other shops around Taroko are expensive.
Written 15 April 2018
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pocky_11
Singapore, Singapore184 contributions
Mar 2017 • Solo
Must Do! although it does seem abit scary that you are walking on the edge of the cliff where falling rocks can hit you, not that i saw anyone got hit. But i do see people coming with construction helmets - thats a good idea. There is a restaurant at the end of the trail - not great food really.
Written 6 March 2017
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andrea2359
Asia304 contributions
June 2016 • Friends
It's a simple walk along the beautiful gorge, with potholes where you might get to see the swallows' nests. It is about half an hour bus ride from the Visitor Centre.
Written 21 June 2016
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