Embark on a Pilgrimage to Taiwan's Sacred Mountain - Dabajianshan The Journey to the Hundred Peaks Begins with the 500 NTD Bill

Have you ever noticed the mountain on the back of the 500 NTD bill? It is the famous Dabajianshan, one of Taiwan's three major sharp peaks. It is also a sacred mountain for the Saisiyat and Atayal tribes. Its barrel-shaped appearance is renowned worldwide as a spectacular peak. To fully appreciate the true face of Dabajianshan is not easy. Due to the ever-changing high mountain climate, clouds and mist often shroud Dabajianshan in a mysterious veil. Therefore, to fully enjoy the scenery of Dabajianshan, you need good weather, arrive early in the morning, and have a bit of luck. The journey to Dabajianshan usually starts from the Guanwu Dalu Forest Road. The road is gentle and rich in mountain forest ecology. Besides walking, you can also ride a bicycle. After traveling 19 kilometers, you will reach the Dabajianshan trailhead and start climbing to the overnight spot, Jioujiou Lodge. Jioujiou Lodge has a large area with many beds, cooking facilities, meal orders, and supplies. You can rest here and chat with fellow hikers. In the evening, you can watch the beautiful sunset and enjoy the clear starry sky at night. If you can see the stars, the chances of seeing the clear Dabajianshan the next day are also very high! The next morning, start the pilgrimage to the sacred mountain. Ascend along the mountain path to the 3050-meter high ground, where you can see Dabajianshan and the Holy Ridge behind it, glowing golden in the sunrise. Continue walking with the sea of clouds accompanying you, enjoying the golden grasslands and endless mountain ranges along the way, until you reach the spot depicted on the 500 NTD bill. Be sure to bring a 500 NTD bill for a photo! Don't forget to take a picture with Dabajianshan behind you! After admiring the surrounding mountain scenery, move forward to reach the base of Dabajianshan. Up close, the base is incredibly majestic and spectacular. Dabajianshan, like wearing a crown emitting golden holy light, quietly guards the land of Taiwan, making one marvel at the wonders of nature. The fatigue of the journey instantly disappears, and you feel spiritually redeemed, grateful for the sacred mountain scenery bestowed by the mountain gods. Whether viewed from afar or up close, Dabajianshan offers completely different scenery from different angles. Its beauty and grandeur are indescribable in words. You must visit once in your lifetime for a pilgrimage that cleanses the body and mind. Please note that this is one of Taiwan's hundred high mountains. Be well-prepared with equipment, physical fitness, maps, food, and warm clothing before the trip. Do not go up the mountain in bad weather! The mountain will always be there, safety first!