In the language of the Ami, an indigenous people of Taiwan, Taroko means 'beautiful', a word that most certainly describes the famous Taroko Gorge that is to be found on the East West Cross Island Highway, a truly exceptio... more »nal panoramic route. Magnificent waterfalls plunge down the rock walls of the Gorge while the high mountains of the Taroko National Park provide a majestic backdrop.The fascinating marble walls of the Taroko Gorge extend for hundreds of metres and each year attract a growing number of visitors.In the hills and mountains above the gorge, as well as within the surrounding forests, live the Asian Black Bear and thirty three additional mammals, plusmore than a hundred and forty species of bird. The Taroko Gorge is most certainly well worth a visit!« less