Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area Explained

Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area
Native Name:	奧萬大國家森林遊樂區
Native Lang:	zh
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Map:	Nantou County
Map Width:	220px
Coordinates:	23.954°N 121.1768°W
Region:	Ren'ai, Nantou County, Taiwan
Elevation:	1,100-2,600 meters
Area:	2,787 hectares

Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area is a forest located in Ren'ai Township, Nantou County, Taiwan.

Geology

The forest spans over an area of 2,787 hectares at an altitude of 1,100-2,600 meters.^[1] It is divided into the waterfall zone, forest park, maple area and pine tree site.^[2] It is located at the back of Wanda Reservoir.^[3] It is home to more than 200 species of birds.^[1]

Facilities

The forest features a visitor center, bird watching platform and benches.^{[4] [5]} Bridge in the forest is Aowanda Suspension Bridge.

Transportation

The forest is accessible by bus from Taichung TRA Station or Taichung HSR Station through Provincial Highway 14.^{[4] [5] [6]}

See also

• Geography of Taiwan

Notes and References

1. Web site: Aowanda. roundTAIWANround. 28 August 2019.
2. Web site: K.. Lin. Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area. TravelKing. 28 August 2019.
3. News: George. Liao. 4 February 2020. Aowanda in central Taiwan rolls out discounted weekday room rates with 2 free meals. Taiwan News. 4 February 2020.
4. Web site: Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area. Taiwan, the Heart of Asia. 28 August 2019.
5. Web site: Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area. Lonely Planet. 28 August 2019.
6. Web site: Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area. Taiwanese Secrets. 28 August 2019.