Tri-Mountain National Scenic Area Headquarters

Located at the junction for Zhudong Township, Beipu Township and Wufeng Township in Hsinchu County, Wuzhishan is a branch ridge of Xueshan Range. As the connecting peaks resemble five fingers, the mountain was named Wuzhishan (mountain of five fingers). Because of its majestic, solemn and spiritual mountain views, many temples were built here, including Yuhuang Temple, Guanyin Temple, and Yunguang Temple.

With its unique geographical conditions, visitors can often see a turbulent sea of clouds after reaching the top of the mountain. There are two trails in the scenic area for visitors to choose from, one steeper and more challenging that leads directly to the peak at the middle finger ,and the other a horizontal trail that is flatter and more suitable for those who travel for leisure.

As one of 100 minor peaks in Taiwan, Wuzhishan dares many mountaineers to scale it. The most classic route goes from index finger, middle finger, ring finger and pinky, and finally reaches the thumb, which takes approximately a day and goes through various special scenes, including “golden turtle rock,” a turtle-shaped rock covered with golden moss. The rock is also a popular local landmark. As you continue walking, you will suddenly realize that the sky has darkened because large tall rock walls on both sides have blocked the sunlight, forming a trail that is 34 m tall and allows only one person to pass at a time. This is called “Monkey cave one-line sky,” which exemplifies the unbelievable craftsmanship of nature.

The temples in Wuzhishan Scenic Area all have their own characteristics. For example, the nearly century-old Guanyin Temple has its Tianjun Hall (beside the main hall) made by chiseling a giant rock. Along with the solemnity, its uncanny workmanship of nature makes the Temple definitely worth a visit.When you come to Wuzhishan Scenic Area, not only can you exercise, but also ask Guanyin and Jade Emperor to grant blessings.