TAROKO NATIONAL PARK situated in the northeastern part of the Taiwan and established on Nov. 28, 1986, covers more than 92.000 hectares in the northern section of the Central Mountain Range. This park features high mountains and sheer gorges. Many of its peaks tower above 3,000m in elevation, with many natural wonders. The spectacular Taroko Gorge and the scenic beauty of Liwu River can be conveniently viewed from the Central Cross Island Highway. The varied mountain peaks, numerous waterfalls, diverse plant forms and animal life, together with the indigenous Atayal people, create the rich texture of this unique national ecosystem. In Taroko National Park, there are 31 species of mammals found in the park, including the black bear, Formosan Macaque, serow, wild boar, and sambar deer, etc. There are 144 species of birds, such as Swinhoe pheasant, Formosan blue magpie, Finches, and Formosan laughing Thrush, etc.