Mingchi National Forest Recreation Area () is a
forest
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located in
Datong Township,
Yilan County,
Taiwan
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. It is also named as the Pearl of the North Cross-Island Highway.
Geology
The forest is located at an altitude of 1,150-1,700 meters.
Architecture
The forest features an artificial lake surrounded by gardens designed with Chinese architectural style. It also consists of Ci Garden, Fern Garden, Stone Garden,
Sun Yat-sen
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Memorial Garden and forest trails.
It also consists of hostels and lookout pavilion.
See also
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Geography of Taiwan
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References
Geography of Yilan County, Taiwan
National forest recreation areas in Taiwan
Tourist attractions in Yilan County, Taiwan
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