Eternal Spring Shrine, A Tribute to Heroes Amidst Waterfall Splendor
Xiulin Township, Hualien County, Taiwan 972
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Introduction
Along the Central Cross-Island Highway towards Taroko, after passing the west entrance of Changchun Tunnel, turn to the old Route Eight. You will discover Changchun Shrine standing by the Lishui River Valley. This shrine was built to commemorate the 225 workers who tragically died during the construction of the Central Cross-Island Highway. With its Tang Dynasty-style design, the building is situated between the mountain cliffs, and the nearby spring forms the Changchun Waterfall, becoming one of the iconic landmarks of the highway.
However, the shrine first collapsed in 1980 and suffered further damage in 1987 due to rockfall from the cliffs. It wasn't until 1996 that Changchun Shrine was rebuilt and reopened to visitors. Behind the shrine, there is a staircase leading up to Guanyin Cave, Taroko Pavilion, Bell Tower, and finally crossing a suspension bridge to reach Zhenguang Temple. This rugged hiking route is known as "Heavenly Trail." Address Xiulin Township, Hualien County, Taiwan 972
Overlooking the meandering river and gorge of Lifu Creek
