Daren Township is a Paiwan Indigenous settlement known for its majestic landscapes of mountains and sea, as well as its well-preserved traditional culture. The renowned Tjuwacangan village holds the “Five-Year Festival” (Masalu) every five years, a ritual that highlights spiritual beliefs and tribal identity. The historic Alangyi Ancient Trail is the only gap in Taiwan’s coastal loop highway system, featuring pristine paths and traces of history, offering a unique journey through mountains and sea. Coastal lovers can visit the Nantian Coastal Park to admire panoramic Pacific Ocean views from the observation pavilion. The shoreline is scattered with smooth, dark-gray Nantian stones, making it both a geological and scenic gem.
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