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012 Mt. Guan
Elevation
3668m
Trig point
Second-Order
Listing
Harsh Ten #4
Location
Taoyuan Dist., Kaohsiung City/Haiduan Township, Taitung County
Mt. Guan is a prominent peak in the southern section of Taiwan’s Central Mountain Range and is located within Yushan National Park. Recognized as one of Taiwan’s renowned Ten Harsh Peaks, it represents the rugged character of the southern alpine landscape. Composed mainly of metamorphic rocks, Mt. Guan has been shaped by tectonic compression, uplift, and river erosion, creating steep cliffs, deep valleys, and narrow ridgelines. The surrounding environment preserves intact alpine forests, grasslands, and rocky habitats that support diverse mountain flora and wildlife. Due to its isolated position and expansive surroundings, the summit provides outstanding views of the Southern Section One mountains, the Yushan Range, and the broader landscapes of southern Taiwan. With its dramatic ridges, rugged terrain, and powerful mountain presence, Mt. Guan is regarded as one of Taiwan’s most impressive destinations for alpine landscape photography.

