Taroko National Park, located in the eastern part of Taiwan, is a gorge national park. It is famous for its grand canyons and spectacular mountains. Taroko, in the local aboriginal language, means "magnificent and beautiful". It is the second largest national park in Taiwan.

Taroko is famous for its spectacular mountains and marble canyons. Cliffs and canyons stretch along Liwu River. Four million years ago, the island of Taiwan was formed by the collision of plates. After millions of years of wind erosion, the marble rocks were exposed and cut by Liwu River, creating impressive grand canyons. From Qingshui to Nanhu Peak, the drop height is 3,742 meters. Such special geography has also bred special flora and fauna in this area.

The waterfalls characterized Taroko National Park and the most famous ones are Baiyang Waterfall, Yindai Waterfall, Changchun Waterfall, and Lushui Waterfall. Swallow Grotto (Yanzikou) and Tunnel of Nine Turns (Jiuqudong) are the most impressive natural scenes in Taroko and the canyons here are the narrowest. Tourists can appreciate the natural beauty along the tour track. Swallows nest on the cliff, chirping and flying back forth. The Taroko monumental is designed in Chinese style and Changchun Temple is to remember those who sacrificed their lives for building the central highway. Most of Taroko National Park area is remote and difficult to access. Actually two of the most challenging peaks in Taiwan are here: Nanhushan and "the Black" Cilai. To climb them, beside having proper equipment and experience, you must obtain a mountain permit.

Taroko National Park does not only have mesmerizing landscapes but also a diverse species of animals, plants, and birds, where visitors may spot many Taiwan mammals, also vegetations such as broadleaved forests, mixed broadleaved, and coniferous forests, In addition, 90% of Taiwan’s resident bird species and over half of the butterfly species can be found in the park. The natural marvels make Taroko one of Asia's most spectacular sights, which should not be missed during one’s Taiwan travel.