梓官彌陀漁樂線 Portside Fun in Dzeguan and Mituo

The Chinese below was taken from "A New Appreciation of Fishing" 漁樂新視界.  This book was published by 財團法人台灣養殖魚業發展基金會 in 2012 and the English parts were written/translated by me.  There will be two more of these entries, covering the ports in Kaohsiung and Taitung that I didn't get to during the years I lived in Pingtung.

梓官彌陀漁樂線

Portside Fun in Dzeguan and Mituo

梓官位於台灣高雄市西部沿海 , 北臨彌陀區 , 漁業資源豐富 , 民眾來到梓官 , 可以走訪優美的藍色海岸 , 品嘗美味海產 , 親自體驗梓官獨特的漁港風情 . Dzeguan is in Taiwan, in Kaohsiung City on the west coast.  It's bordered by Mituo District to the north.  It boasts a plentiful fishery.  Visitors to Dzeguan can enjoy the stunning blue waters off the coast, eat delicious seafood and experience a unique fishing port vibe firsthand. (1)

彌陀 , 依山傍海 , 風景秀麗 , 全區有2/3的地方都是魚塭 , 盛產虱目魚 , 是台灣虱目魚重要產地之一 . Mituo's beautiful scenery lies between the mountains and the sea.  About 2/3 of the district's land area is taken up by fish farms, with milkfish being an important [agricultural] product.  [Mituo is] one of the most important milkfish production areas in Taiwan. (2)

How to go?

要前往梓官 , 彌陀的民眾 , 開車是最好的方式 .  可以從國道一號下岡山交流道 , 接19甲線往梓官方向 , 右轉台17線往彌陀 .  Driving a car is the best way to reach Dzeguan and Mituo.  You can exit the Jungshan Freeway (#1) from the Gangshan Interchange, and from there drive in the direction of Dzeguan along 19 Alternate.  [If you] take a right on Highway 17 it will lead you to Mituo. (3)

精彩樂活

A Beautiful Life

港都藍色公路 "The Port-to-City Blue Highway"

港都藍色公路的娛樂漁船 , 有一條路線 , 可以從高雄鼓山漁港搭船前往梓蚵仔寮漁港 !  這條藍色公路才成立沒多久 , 採預約制 , 全程約50分鐘 , 沿途可欣賞西子灣 , 柴山 , 左營軍港和蚵仔寮漁港 !  想要搭乘的民眾可以向梓官區漁會報名體驗行程 . The recreational boats which travel the Port-to-City Blue Highway route allow you to travel from Gushan Fishing Port in Kaohsiung to Edzeliao Fishing Port in Dzeguan!  This Blue Highway hasn't been in operation very long and requires reservations.  The trip takes about 50 minutes, and along the route you can take in Xidzewan, Chai Mountain, the military port in Zuoying and Edzeliao Fishing Port!  Those wishing to travel this route can sign up for the excursion at the Dzeguan District Fishing Association. (4)

蚵仔寮漁港 Edzeliao Fishing Port

蚵仔寮漁港是高雄市相當重要的漁港 , 漁產資源豐富 , 每日下午漁船陸續返航入港 , 就會進行魚貨拍賣 , 拍賣的魚貨都是當日往返的現撈魚貨 , 許多大高雄地區的海鮮餐廳都會來這裡採買魚貨 , 新鮮度絕對可以掛保證 . Edzeliao is a very important fishing port in Kaohsiung City.  Its fishery is very abundant.  Everyday the fishing boats return to port in the afternoon, and immediately begin selling their catch on the pier.  All of the fish sold there have been caught the same day, and many seafood restaurants in the greater Kaohsiung area come here to buy their seafood.  The freshness [of this seafood] is all but guaranteed.

援中港濕地公園 Yuanzhong Port Wetland Park

援中港濕地佔地約30公頃 , 是大高雄地區最大的濕地 , 保留了非常完整的紅樹林沼澤濕地 , 豐富多樣的生態景觀 , 讓民眾能夠近距離體驗大自然的生態美景 . The Yuanzhong Wetland covers about 30 hectares.  It's the largest wetland in the greater Kaohsiung area.  It contains a complete mangrove swamp with a diverse wetland ecology.  [This wetland] allows the public to experience the beauty of nature up close.

蚵仔寮觀光魚市 Edzeliao Tourist Fish Market

蚵仔寮觀光魚市就在蚵仔寮漁港旁 , 各種的魚 , 蝦 , 蟹類 , 價格低廉又新鮮 , 而且魚貨都是蚵仔寮漁港當日進港的 , 因此非常受到當地民眾和遊客的喜愛 , 是大高雄地區民眾購買海鮮的重要地點唷 ! The Edzeliao Tourist Fish Market is in the Edzeliao Fishing Port.  Every type of fish, shrimp and crab there is fresh and sold at a reasonable price.  What's more, all of the fish are brought into the Edzeliao Port on the same day.  For this reason [Edzeliao] is popular with locals and tourists alike.  It's an important spot where people in greater Kaohsiung buy seafood!

彌陀漁港 Mituo Fishing Port

獲選為十大魅力漁港 "情定今生" 系列第一名的彌陀漁港 , 是許多戀愛中的情侶互定終生的最佳地點 !  特別是落日時分 , 在彌陀漁港的 "海岸光廊", 在夕陽餘暉的映照下 , 恩愛的情侶相互依偎 , 說有許多浪漫就有多浪漫 , 絕對讓你感情舞間加溫唷 ! [Mituo] was given first place among the top 10 charming fishing ports selected by "Love for Life."  It's a great place for couples to reaffirm their love and commitment to one another, especially around sunset.  Around Mituo the setting sun creates a "coastal light corridor" which brings couples closer together.  It's a romantic spot that will definitely warm up your relationship! (7)

海堤自行車道 Seawall Cycling Path

海堤自行車道位於彌陀漁港旁 , 沿著自行車道前行 , 可以欣賞台灣海峽的美麗海景 , 和彌陀漁鄉恬靜的魚塭景色 , 絕對是喜愛單車活動的鐵馬族 , 不可錯失的騎乘路線唷 ! The Seawall Cycling Path is next to the Mituo Fishing Port.  If you cycle this path you can enjoy both the beautiful scenery along the Taiwan Strait and the tranquil fishing ponds of Mituo.  It's a can't miss destination for cycling enthusiasts.  (5)

漯底山 Tadi (Tardyhill) Mountain (6)

漯底山原本是軍事管制區 , 現在已解除列管 .  漯底山擁有泥岩山群 , 惡地地形和許多軍事碉堡設施 , 景觀深具特色 , 而且海拔不高 , 在山頂觀測站的平台 , 還可以遠眺整個彌陀漁鄉 , 是民眾登山 , 休閒踏青的好去處 .  Tardyhill was originally an area restricted to military use, but it has since been opened to the public.  Tardyhill has mudstone mountains, badlands and many military bunkers have been installed here.  It's a very unique place, at a low elevation, with observation platforms atop the mountain.  You can also see the whole of Mituo's fishing villages from here.  It's a good place for hiking, walking and other forms of recreation.

戀戀蚵仔寮漁產品展售中心 "Loving Edzeliao" Fishery Products Exhibition Space and Sales Center

梓官區漁會針對蚵仔寮漁港豐富的漁產品資源 , 開發精緻的伴手禮 , 包含 , 烏魚蛋捲 , 烏魚禮盒 , 小蝦寶系列零嘴 , 生鮮魚產等 , 受到許多民眾的喜愛 .  為了方便民眾採購 , 梓官區漁會規劃了七十坪空間的 "戀戀蚵仔寮漁產品展售中心" , 展售百餘頂 "戀戀蚵仔寮" 系列產品 , 讓民眾可以買的安心 , 吃的開心唷 ! The Dzeguan District Fishing Association has developed many wonderful products from the bountiful fishery that is Edzeliao Fishing Port.  These products include mullet egg rolls, mullet gift boxes, shrimp snacks and fresh fish.  [These products] are loved by many people.  As a way of making it more convenient for shoppers, the Dzeguan District Fishing Association is planning a 70-ping space for its "Loving Edzeliao Fishery Products Exhibition Space and Sales Center" to both display and sell over 100 of its fishery products.  [This sales center] will allow the public to [buy these fishery products] with ease and satisfaction.  (12)

彌陀夕陽 The Sunset in Mituo

彌陀瀕臨台灣海峽 , 海岸線綿長 .  當天夕陽西下時 , 金黃色的光芒 , 籠罩整個彌陀 , 有如一幅動人的圖畫 , 許多人特地前來彌陀 , 就是為了欣賞一眼的永恆 , 絕對是你不能錯過的美景 . Mituo is near the Taiwan Strait and has a long coastline.  When the sun goes down in the east a golden light descends on all of Mituo, making the area look very picturesque.  Many people come to Mituo just to enjoy this sunset.  It's definitely beautiful, and something you should not miss. (8)

虱目魚魚塭 Milkfish Fish Farms/Ponds

彌陀區內有2/3的魚塭都在養殖虱目魚 , 是台灣虱目魚重要的產地之一 .  彌陀大都是用深水式養殖虱目魚 , 肉質細嫩可口 , 營養價值高 .  每年七 , 八月是產量最高峰 , 民眾來到彌陀 , 運氣好的話 , 可以目睹虱目魚的捕撈過程唷 ! About two thirds of Mituo District consists of fish farms where milkfish is raised.  It's one of the more important production areas for milkfish in Taiwan.  Most of Mituo's milkfish are raised in deep water [ponds], and the fish meat thus produced is tender and delicious, with a high nutritional value.  Between July and August each year the production period reaches its peak, and if visitors to Mituo are lucky they can see the milkfish being harvested! (9)

梓官烏魚大餐 A Dzeguan Mullet Feast

梓官是全台知名的烏魚產銷中心之一 , 除了昂貴的烏魚子之外 , 烏魚膘 , 烏魚腱等 , 都是饕客眼中的海鮮珍味 .  冬天來到梓官 , 一定不能錯過以烏魚為主食材的烏魚滿漢大餐 , 絕對讓你回味無窮 . Dzeguan is one of the most famous sales and production centers for mullet in Taiwan.  Aside from the expensive mullet roe [cakes], mullet fat and mullet tendon are also considered delicacies by [local] foodies.  If you come to Dzeguan during the winter, enjoying a feast centered around mullet is a must.  It's a taste treat that will linger in your memory. (10)

烏魚蛋捲 Mullet Egg Rolls

蚵仔寮漁港是台灣重要的烏魚產地 , 梓官區漁會將烏魚開發成烏魚蛋捲 , 廣受民眾的喜愛 , 還獲選 "台灣農漁會百大精品" .  香酥好吃沒有魚腥味的烏魚蛋捲 , 就在蚵仔寮漁港等你來品嚐唷 ! Edzeliao Fishing Port is an important mullet production area in Taiwan.  The Dzeguan District Fishing Association uses [some of] this mullet to make mullet egg rolls.  [These mullet egg rolls] are very popular, and have been recognized as [one of] "Taiwan's Top 100 Farming or Fishing Association Products."  [These] mullet egg rolls are both crispy and delicious, and don't smell like fish.  They're waiting for you at Edzeliao Fishing Port!

彌陀的虱目魚丸 Mituo Milkfish Balls

彌陀區漁會的虱目魚魚丸 , 是很多饕客來彌陀必買的伴手禮 .  彌陀區漁會的虱目魚魚丸都是純手工製作的 , 好吃Q嫩有彈性 , 不只是台灣朋友喜愛 , 現在可是紅到大陸去了耶 !  很多人吃了一口 , 就迷上了這種紮實彈牙的口感 , 而欲罷不能唷 ! Milkfish balls from the Mituo District Fishing Association are a must-buy gift item for many foodies visiting Mituo.  The Mituo District Fishing Association's milkfish balls are all made by hand, and they're all delicious, tender and chewy.  They're not only loved by people in Taiwan, but are also now famous in Mainland China!  Many of those who've taken a bite from [one of these milkfish balls] have become addicted to their chewy texture and rich flavor, [so much so that] they can't stop eating them!

"虱想起" 女兒組合禮盒  "Thinking of Milkfish" Daughter Gift Boxes

彌陀區漁會以虱目魚為原料 , 研發 "虱想起" 系列的 , 有虱目魚脯 , 魚鬆與魚脯餅與魚酥餅等4種 , 另外還有美味純手工製作的虱目魚魚丸 , 魚干禮盒 , 美味與口感 , 都屬上乘 , 並獲得 "2012台灣農漁會百大精品" , 是民眾到彌陀必買的伴手禮 . The Mituo District Fishing Association uses milkfish as an ingredient in their "Thinking of Milkfish" line of gift boxes.  [This line of gift boxes] includes milkfish jerky, milkfish "floss," milkfish jerky cookies and milkfish crackers.  In addition [to these gift boxes] there are also the delicious handmade milkfish balls and dried milkfish gift boxes, all delicious and flavorful.  All of these products have been recognized as "2012 Top 100 Taiwan Farming and Fishing Products."  They are must-buy gifts for those visiting Mituo. (11)

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1. Stunning?  I dunno, it's not Manzhou in the summer or anything.

2. "Mountains" is being charitable.  It's more like a hill, located to the east of the fishing port.

3. I'd expand on this and say that if you don't have a car don't bother.  Both Dzeguan and Mituo are far from any MRT stops, train stations or LRT stops.  A bus ride out there would probably be agonizing.

4. Aren't both places in Kaohsiung?  Yes they are, but people often talk this way.  By "Kaohsiung" they mean "central Kaohsiung" or "downtown Kaohsiung."

蚵 can be pronounced ㄜˊ ("e") or ㄎㄜˊ ("ke"), though most people would use ㄜˊ ("e").  Many would refer to this place by its Taiwanese name anyway.  A literal translation would be "Oyster Hut Fishing Port."

Oh, and I checked the Dzeguan District Fishing Association's website.  This tour doesn't seem to be a thing anymore.  COVID probably killed it.  This is really too bad, because I would've loved it.

5. Eh, it's OK.  City people thirsting for views of the ocean might enjoy it.  I was there not long ago and didn't find it especially scenic.  The view is a lot like the views from Jiadong or Linbian in Pingtung County: fish farms around a larger, more distant industrial areas near the ocean.

6. "Tardyhill" is on the sign leading to the place.  "Tadi" or "Luodi" is the Chinese name.

7. Not sure what "Love for Life" is/was.  A TV show?  A magazine?  Seems most likely.  

You could, by the way, be more pragmatic and say that Mituo is a place where people take wedding photos.  In this respect it somewhat resembles Budai Fishing Port in Jiayi.

8. Eh, it's not THAT pretty.  You could watch the sun go down from anywhere in south Taiwan.  It'd look pretty much the same.

9. MANY people?  Kinda doubt it.  Maybe a few.

10. I have no problem with mullet, but that pork sausage mixed with mullet roe is definitely not good.  The mullet roe cakes mentioned in this section are something everyone should try, however.  Dzeguan, it should be said, has no monopoly on the production of these cakes, and I've seen them drying in the sun as far south as Donggang in Pingtung County.  There are pictures of them here.

11. "Floss" in the sense of "pork floss," the type of shredded pork jerky seen so often in Taiwan.  "Gift" here could just as easily be translated as "souvenir," but as most Western people's concept of "souvenir" more closely approximates 紀念品, I'm using "gifts."  Most Taiwanese people would buy these gifts or gift boxes to share with friends and family members.

12. Not sure if this place was ever finished.  Google Maps is showing me the same 'ol fish market.  It's possible that the store mentioned above is part of this market, but I don't remember seeing this 70-ping space when I was there last year.

台東漁樂線 Portside Fun in Taitung

The Chinese below was taken from "A New Appreciation of Fishing" 漁樂新視界.  This book was published by 財團法人台灣養殖魚業發展基金會 in 2012 and the English parts were written/translated by me.  There will be five (more) of these entries, covering the ports in Kaohsiung, south Tainan, Taitung and Hualien that I didn't get to during the years I lived in Pingtung.

台東漁樂線

Portside Fun in Taitung

台東位於台灣東南部 , 東臨太平洋 , 西接中央山脈 , 因地處太平洋黑潮暖流經之海域 , 漁業資源豐富 , 加上擁有兩個台灣美如仙境的離島 ; 蘭嶼與綠島 , 是一處您值得一訪再訪的好去處喔 ! Taitung is located in southeast Taiwan.  To the east of it is the Pacific Ocean, to the west is the Central Mountain Range.  It has abundant fisheries due to its proximity to the "black current" which passes down the Pacific coast.  In addition, Taitung claims two outlying islands, each fantastically beautiful: Green and Orchid islands.  It's a place worth revisiting again and again!

由高山 , 縱谷 , 平原 , 海岸勾勒的山海風情 , 以及錯綜復雜的地理景觀交織出台東的獨特性 , 來到台東 , 你可以感受到人的純真與可愛之處 , 更能呼吸到一種特有的原始自然 , 是首屈一指值得觀光遊憩的好地方 . From high mountains, to the rift valley, to the plateau, to the scenic stretch of coastline where the mountains meet the sea, Taitung offers a variety of geographical wonders.  You can come here and enjoy the innocence and charm of its people, while at the same time reveling in the majesty of its natural setting.  It's one of the best places [in Taiwan] for sightseeing and recreation.

How to go?

北部出發的可由國道5號或台9線公路從新店經宜蘭 , 花蓮 , 至台東 .  縱谷線部分仍沿台9線進入台東境內 , 海線部分 , 由花蓮轉台11線進入台東 .  南部出發可由高雄經屏鵝公路在楓港左轉南迴公路進入台東 , 約需3.5小時 . From north Taiwan you take the #5 Freeway or Highway 9 from Xindian through Yilan and Hualien until you arrive in Taitung.  The East Rift Valley route follows Highway 9 into the county, while in Hualien [City] you can switch onto Highway 11 for the ocean route.  From Kaohsiung in south Taiwan you can take Highway 1, which leads to Highway 26 in Fenggang.  In Fenggang you take a left onto the Southern Cross-Island Highway which leads into Taitung.  This trip takes about 3.5 hours. (1)

精彩樂活

A Beautiful Life

台東賞鯨 Taitung Whale Watching

花東地區因為有黑潮的經過 , 因此漁獲眾多 , 也吸引了許多前來覓食的鯨豚們 , 造就了這裡的賞鯨文化 .  在台東 , 如果你要賞鯨 , 可以到成功漁港搭賞鯨船喔 ! Due to the presence of the "black current" which passes by Hualien and Taitung there is an abundance of fish in the area.  These fish in turn attract whales and dolphins which come here to feed on them.  [From the presence of these whales] a whale watching culture has come into being.  If you're in Taitung and you'd like to see whales, you should board a whale watching boat at Chenggong Fishing Port. (2)

旗魚文化 Marlin Culture (7)

台東地區的海域擁有豐富的旗魚資源 , 高聳的背鰭是旗魚最主要的特徵 , 體長可達3-4公尺 .  在台東沿海地區較常出現的旗魚種類主要有黑皮旗魚 , 紅肉旗魚 , 立翅旗魚 , 雨傘旗魚等 , 而台東每年的旗魚季也吸引了許多民眾前往 , 更可以一窺漁民捕旗魚的厲害喔 ! The waters off the coast of Taitung are rich in marlin. Their long dorsal fin is their main characteristic, and they grow to lengths of 3-4 meters.  The main types of marlin seen off the coast of Taitung are the Indo-pacific blue marlin, the striped marlin, the black marlin and the Indo-pacific sailfish.  Every year the marlin season attracts many people to Taitung, and during this time you can catch a glimpse of local fishermen's skill [with regard to catching this type of fish!]

石雨傘 The Stone Umbrella

這裡的景觀獨特壯麗 , 由於上下岩石質地不同上方較堅硬為珊瑚礁岩 , 下方為較弱的礫岩 , 經過長時間的侵蝕 , 形成下面較細 , 上面較粗的模樣 , 因而產生狀似雨傘外形 , 又稱為 "石雨傘" . The impressive landscape [on display] here comes from the differing consistency of the upper and lower rock layers.  The upper layer is harder coral reef stone, while the lower layer is a softer sedimentary layer.  The erosion that has taken place over a long period of time has worn away more of the lower rock layer, resulting in an umbrella shape known as "the stone umbrella." (8)

八仙洞 Eight Fairies Cave

位於長濱鄉北段海灣 , 在民國77年被列為國家一級古蹟 .  本來是在海底的 , 擁有十多個海蝕洞 , 因為地殼隆起 , 八仙洞也跟著隆起 , 每一個洞高度都在10公尺以上 , 八仙洞現在有完整的步道通往各個洞穴 , 值得前往參訪 . [This place] is located on a bay in the northern part of Changbin Township.  In 1988 it was declared a level one historic site.  It was previously below the water line, and the uplift of the earth's crust brought it to the surface.  There are ten caves in all, and each cave is over 10 meters high.  There is a trail leading to all of the caves and it's well worth visiting. (3)

烏石鼻 Wu Shr Bi

烏石鼻是一塊突出於海面上的黑色岩石岬角 , 因為岩石像人的鼻子一樣向外延伸 , 而得 "烏石鼻" 的名稱 .  烏石鼻為桂狀節裡的黑色安山岩 , 向海中延伸約兩公里 , 周圍有著多處潮池及海蝕溝 , 相當適合觀察潮間帶生態 . Wu Shr Bi is a black rock sticking up from the ocean.  Because this rock sticks up like a person's nose, it earned the name "Wu Shr Bi."  Wu Shr Bi is a laurel leaf-shaped rock [formation] composed of black andesite, and it extends into the ocean for about two meters.  There are many tide pools and rivulets within it.  It's a good place to observe the ecology of an intertidal zone. (9)

成功漁港 Chenggong Fishing Port

成功漁港附近海域因黑潮經過 , 因此漁業蓬勃發展 , 每年三月底至六月是漁產最豐盛的季節 , 而每年十月東北季風吹起 , 更是旗魚的盛產季節 , 遊客可飽啖經濟實惠的海鮮料理 .  除此之外 , 近年來亦配合海洋休閒觀光的發展 , 開啟了賞鯨的海洋知性之旅 . The abundant fisheries found around Chenggong Fishing Port are due to the black current which passes through the area.  These fisheries and the current [which replenishes them] are the reason that the fishing industry [in this area] is booming.  The most abundant time is between the end of March and June.  [Around] October every year, the arrival of the monsoon [current] ushers in marlin season, and during this time tourists can enjoy seafood dishes at reasonable prices.  In addition, recent years have seen a local whale watching industry develop alongside an enhanced awareness of marine tourism. 

鯊魚博物館 The Shark Museum

館藏四 , 五十種鯊魚標本的鯊魚博物館 , 是台東成功的新興景點 , 難得一見的大魚翅 , 大牙齒 , 骨骼 , 鯨鬚等 , 都讓人大開眼界 .  鯊魚博物館努力蒐集各種鯊魚並好好保存 , 希望讓更多人能認識鯊魚之美 , 也更愛護海洋 . The Shark Museum houses 50 specimens of shark.  It is a newer tourist attraction in Chenggong.  [In this museum] you can see rare shark fins, big teeth, bones and baleen [from whales].  All of these things are very eye opening.  This museum tries to collect various shark [specimens] and preserve them well, hoping to make more people aware of the beauty of sharks and the need to protect the ocean. (4)

金樽陸連島海灘 Jindzun Head Beach

其區域範圍包含金樽漁港 , 白沙灣海灘及金樽周圍的峽谷 , 有小海灣 , 沿岸礁 , 岩壁 , 沙灘及漁港等景緻 , 而 "金樽" 則是因為海灣形狀似酒杯而得此名 , 另外還有 , "貓島" 或 "貓狀礁" 的別稱 .  這裡擁有秀麗的原始景色 , 細長的金樽陸連島更是絕佳的美景之一 . This area includes Jindzun Fishing Port, White Sands Beach and the canyon nearby.  There's a small bay, a coastal reef, rock cliffs, a beach, a fishing port and other related scenery.  "Jindzun" is so named because the bay is shaped like a wine cup.  It also has two nicknames: "cat island" and "cat-shaped reef."  It's a beautiful spot, and the coral peninsula (island) extending into the sea is one of its most beautiful features. (10)

杉原海洋生態公園 Shanyuan Ecological Ocean Park

位於都蘭灣的 "杉原海洋生態公園" , 是因為台東縣政府在94年將這個地區劃設了 "富山禁漁區" , 禁止這裡從事任何捕魚 , 抓魚的行為 , 保護海洋資源而形成的 .  這裡屬於熱帶珊瑚礁地區 , 擁有令人驚嘆的海底景觀 , 加上實施了禁漁與護漁政策 , 目前已成功復育了不少的海洋生物 . The Shanyuan Bay Ecological Ocean Park is located in Dulan Bay.  Its origin can be traced back to 2005, when the Taitung County Government designated this area "the Fushan No Fishing Zone," intending to protect the marine resources found here.  This is a tropical reef area with stunning underwater landscapes.  Since the implementation of fishing bans and protective measures a lot of marine life has been restored in this area. (5)

水往上流 Water Running Up

在東河鄉都蘭村看見 "奇觀" 兩字的石牌 , 就知道來到了這個神奇的地方囉 !  有沒有發現 ?  明明是上坡 , 怎麼一旁農用溝渠裡的水會往上流呢 ?  其實這是視覺假像啦 !  由於溝渠旁邊的景物傾斜度大於路面 , 造成視覺看流水彷彿由低處往高處流 , 也成為台東另類的景點之一 . Once you see the stone inscribed with the word(s) "wonder" in Dulan Village, Donghe Township, you'll know that you've arrived at this special place.  Did you notice?  The land is clearly rising upward -- how is it that the water in the agricultural ditch is flowing upward?  In truth it's an optical illusion!  Because the slope of the ground is steeper than the slope of the road, it looks like the water is flowing upward.  [For this reason] it has become one of Taitung's secondary tourist attractions. (6)

富岡漁港 Fugang Fishing Port

又稱 "伽籃漁港" , 是前往綠島 , 蘭嶼的主要交通港 , 也是當地漁船主要的集散地 , 沿近海捕撈到漁獲 , 在碼頭上就地拍賣 , 呈現熱鬧的漁業風光 .  另外 , 來到漁港可千萬別錯過在漁港街品嘗新鮮又便宜的海產喔 ! [This place] is also known as "Jialan Fishing Port."  It's a transit point for those traveling onward to Green and Orchid islands, and also an important harbor for fishing boats in the area.  The catch brought in from the surrounding coastline is sold on the pier, and the auctioning off of [bigger] fish creates a lively scene.  In addition, don't miss sampling the cheap and fresh seafood available [at restaurants] along the road leading to the port! (11)

小野柳 Xiao Ye Liou

小野柳位於富岡漁港北方 , 因造型多變的海蝕景觀 , 足以媲美在北海岸的野柳 , 而得此名 .  仔細觀察海邊岩石 , 會發現豆腐岩 , 蜂窩岩 , 蕈狀岩等各種奇形怪狀的岩石 , 盡在眼前 , 天氣晴朗時 , 從小野柳向東望去 , 可以清楚的看見32公里外的綠島喔 ! Xiao Ye Liou is north of Fugang Fishing Port.  It gets its name from the eroded rock formations along the coast, which resemble Yeliou on the north coast [of Taiwan].  If you carefully inspect the rock formations along the seaside, you'll find many oddly shaped rocks including tofu rocks, honeycomb rocks and mushroom rocks.  When the weather's clear look east!  You'll have a clear view of Green Island, 32 kilometers off the coast!

太麻里 Taimali

太麻里因盛產金針得名 , 在金針山的稜線上 , 鋪設一條長3673公尺的景觀步道 , 遊客可循著步道 , 在花叢林木中夾道中漫步 , 享受大自然的洗禮 .  山與海在遍野的金針花下 , 更顯的高雅動人 , 每處都有不同的景觀與生態可欣賞 , 是一個強力推薦的景點喔 ! Taimali got its name from the daylily flowers grown there.  A 3673 meter long trail has been built along the ridgeline [of Taimali's] Jinzhen Mountain.  Tourists can stroll along this trail through the trees and flowers, refreshing themselves through exposure to nature.  The mountain and ocean [scenery] below is even more charming from the midst of the daylily flowers.  Each part of this area has a different ecology to appreciate, and it's a highly recommended tourist spot! (12)

旗魚創意料理 Creative Marline Cuisine

旗魚肉質柔軟 , 油脂豐富 , 具有高蛋白 , 低脂肪 , 低熱量的特色 , 新鮮上岸的旗魚味道更是鮮美 . 由旗魚做成的各式創意料理 , 是民眾來到台東成功絕對不能錯過的美味 . Marlin meat is soft, has rich oil, is high in protein, is low in fat and also low in calories.  The freshly caught marlin is even more delicious.  The variety of creative marlin dishes is not something that visitors to Taitung [County], Chenggong [Municipality] should miss.

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1. I'm assuming this "Ping-e Highway" 屏鵝公路 is Highway 1 and Highway 26.  The "Ping" would refer to Pingtung City, and the "e" would refer to Eluanbi Lighthouse, which lies at the southern end of Highway 26.  Highway 1 meets Highway 26 in Fenggang.

This section leaves out the 88 Expressway, which you'd take into Chaozhou, switching onto Highway 1 there.  Nowadays we'd take the Formosa Freeway all the way down to Nanzhou southwest of Chaozhou, exiting onto Highway 1, but this book was written before the Formosa Freeway was completed.

2. The Chenggong Municipality Office is attempting to revive this aspect of the local tourism industry.  It wasn't a popular pastime during COVID.  Those interested should definitely check locally before going.

3. If you're interested in local archaeology this place is definitely worth going to.  The Changbin Culture discovered at the site remains the oldest culture discovered in Taiwan.  I believe that since the publication of this book (which somehow fails to mention it anyway) the site has been closed to the public, but it's still worth visiting.  There's signage explaining some features of the site.

仙, by the way, could just as easily be translated as "immortals."

4. I call B.S. on some of this section.  It was never more than an excuse for a restaurant.  Eating the protected species of shark is illegal now anyway.

5. If you're asking me, this section is complete nonsense.  What really happened was that the County Government turned the management of this "protected" area over to the local fishing association, and they regard it as a source of income.  They charge an entrance fee which goes into their own pockets, and they even encourage people to feed the fish, an activity which is having an enormously damaging effect on the local ecosystem.  Oh, and what are people usually feeding the fish?  Steamed buns!

6. This place sucks.  Don't go here.  I could attempt to be "diplomatic" about it, but really, it's a complete waste of time.  Water Running Up and Chulu Ranch are, in my opinion, the two worst tourist sites in Taitung County.

7. Google Translate is giving me "swordfish," though I had always thought of them as sailfish, and Wikipedia is giving me "marlin."  Since the results for Wikipedia and Google Images match, I'm going with "marlin."  Marlins are closely related to swordfish, and the sailfish is a type of marlin.

8. "Sedimentary" isn't quite correct, but I felt that the meaning is clearer in this context.  The lower layer of rocks are more specifically "conglomerates," which are a type of sedimentary rock.

9. The 鼻 or "Bi" in "Wu Shr Bi" could be translated as "nose."  There are many ocean "heads" or promontories which are labeled "bi" in Chinese.

10. 樽 or "dzun" means "cup."

11. Visiting Fugang Fishing Port for any of these things would be a waste of time.  Just go up to Chenggong an hour north.

12. It's... OK.  To be honest, neither the local government or the people living and/or running businesses there have taken the best care of it.  I'd recommend Chr Ke or Sixty Stone mountains in Hualien instead.