Yeliu is a cape of about 1,700 meters long formed by Datun Mountain reaching into the sea. When overlooked from above, the place is like a giant turtle submerging into the sea. Thus, it is also called "Yeliu Turtle".
"The Queen's Head" pictured above is one of the representative piece of art carved by the nature, it resembles a queen of ancient civilization.
There are many other amazing figures at the park such as Bean Curd, Dragon Head, Elephant Rocks, Beehive and Fairy Shoe along with many other artistically carved potholes.
Some of the rocks look similar to the ones at Arches National Park in Utah, but the process behind creating such a display was quiet different. These rocks at Yehliu were formed as geological forces pushed Datun Mountain out of the ocean.
The place is also suitable for geological study and field research. You can also visit a marine world in Yeliu. It is the first marine center in the country for exhibition of ocean evolution. It has the best sightseeing tunnel under sea, showing about 200 rare fish species and marine lives.
There are excellent shows of whales, dolphins and seals, such as diving, ballet on water and other talent shows. There is a stadium with 3,500 seats. On holidays, the place attracts many visitors for the show. When you visit Yeliu, don't forget to visit sea world and feel the marine wanders.
Yehliu Geopark is easily accessible from Taipei; it takes about one hour of ride on a bus from Taipei West Bus Station Terminal A.
If you want to learn more about Yeh Liu Geopark, check out the official website.
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