Rolling bridge
Like a dragon.
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A small rocky island off Taiwan's east coast, reached by a long, rolling footbridge of eight arches in a row that rises and falls over the water like the back of a sea dragon, now an emblem of the Taitung coast. Its name means Platform of the Three Immortals, from a Chinese legend of three immortals who rested on its rocks. Visitors climb and descend the bridge's arches over turquoise water whose waves break on black rocks, then follow a loop path across the island among coral rocks and coastal plants to a small lighthouse at its tip and a view over the open ocean. The best time is dawn, when the sun rises out of the ocean behind the bridge arches and people gather to watch, as the Taitung coast is among the first places in Taiwan to greet the sun. The site is free; the bridge closes in strong winds and typhoons. The rocks are slippery and the waves strong, so stay back from the edge. Taiwan's typhoon season runs from June to October, peaking July to September, so check forecasts before heading to mountains and coasts, per UK travel advice.
Like a dragon.
Around the rocks.
From the ocean.
Chenggong Township, Taitung's east coast, about an hour and a half north of the city
At dawn to see the sun rise behind the bridge arches; avoid windy days, when the bridge closes.