Alishan Cherry Blossoms

Alishan Cherry Blossoms – around March to April
Alishan cherry blossoms are one of the most long-awaited annual events of Alishan. Every year from March through April, a variety of cherry blossoms will showcase their beauty in a dazzling, picturesque display that wows both local and international visitors.
There are more than 19,000 cherry trees in the Alishan Forest Recreation Area. (More Alishan Cherry Blossoms)

Alishan Fireflies

Alishan Fireflies – Summer Fireflies: April to June/ Winter Fireflies: December to January
Summer Fireflies (April to June)
Alishan owns one-third of the amount of fireflies in Taiwan. The firefly species may found in Alishan area, including precious Luciola cerata, Curtos sauteri Olivier, Luciola anceyi, and Luciola satoi Jeng and Yang.( More Alishan Fireflies)

Alishan Maples

Alishan area features different zones include tropical, temperate and cold zone that led to picturesque sceneries of plants and rare ecosystems such as Formosan Macaque and Mikado Pheasants. The romantic Alishan maples are best-viewed from November through January and can be found in the areas of Tashan (Mt. Ta), Alishan Highway, ( More Alishan Maples )

Alishan Aboriginal Culture

Alishan Aboriginal Culture – Tsou Tribe

Alishan area was originally inhabited by the Tsou tribe of the Taiwan aborigines. The Tsou tribe has the least population among the 9 main Taiwan aborigines. The famous song, “Gau Shan Ching” describes the Alishan aborigines as powerful men and beautiful women as well as their talented skills and aesthetic works such as bamboo braiding, clothing, stone carvings, weaving, and wood carvings. In addition, many visitors visit Alishan to join the Tsou Harvest Festival for an extraordinary, unforgettable Alishan travel.