Tanayiku Natural Ecology Park
達娜伊谷自然生態公園
A creek valley ecological park protected by the Tsou people of Shanmei Village in Alishan Township. Clear streams hold schools of high-bodied chub, and visitors can also watch Tsou song and dance performances.
Tanayiku is located in Shanmei Village, Alishan Township. Beginning in 1989, the Tsou tribe voluntarily closed the stream to fishing to protect it, and the high-bodied chub, which had nearly disappeared, gradually returned in large numbers. It has become a model of community-led ecological conservation. The park has suspension bridges, trails, and fish-viewing platforms built along the creek, along with Tsou cultural performances and local-style meals. Admission is about NT$100 to 150 (confirm on site). To get there, turn off Alishan Highway (Provincial Route 18) near Shizhuo. The mountain roads have many bends, so driving is recommended. Allow about 2 hours for the visit.
Opening hours
08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Eryanping Trail
- Shizhuo Tea Plantations
- Dabang (Tapangu) Tsou Village
- Bantianyan Ziyun Temple
- Fenqihu Old Street
- Ruili Scenic Area & Swallow Cliff
- Laiji (Pnguu) Tsou Village
- Dulishan Spiral Railway