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Lishan Scenic Area is located at the 48-kilometer mark of the Central Cross-Island Highway. It connects to Taichung in the west, leads to Yilan in the north, follows the Central Cross-Island Highway to Hualien in the east, and passes through Dayu Ridge, Hehuan Mountain, and Wushe to reach Nantou in the south. The area spans approximately 89 kilometers east to west and covers about 31,300 hectares. Situated at a medium to high elevation, the area boasts beautiful scenery in all four seasons and is rich in natural resources, making it a major producer of high-altitude temperate fruits and vegetables. As the intersection of the main Central Cross-Island Highway and the Yilan branch line, Lishan has become one of the most famous high-mountain scenic areas in central Taiwan. It is also designated, along with the Lion’s Head Mountain Scenic Area in Miaoli and the Bagua Mountain Scenic Area in Changhua, as the "Third Mountain National Scenic Area." The average elevation of the area is approximately 1,900 meters, with a temperate climate characterized by mild weather and abundant sunshine. The region is renowned for its high-quality agricultural products, including fruits such as nectarines, pears, apples, and sweet persimmons, as well as vegetables like Chinese cabbage, napa cabbage, and green onions. In recent years, other specialties like Lishan tea, baby vegetables, tomatoes, kiwis, and planned orchards and fruit markets have been developed, allowing visitors to enjoy fruit-picking experiences and take home the delicious flavors. Due to its high-mountain environment, the area offers distinct beauty in every season, making it ideal for flower viewing, maple leaf appreciation, and snowplay. The main flower viewing season runs from January to April, making it the peak tourist period. The local resident population is diverse, including Hakka people, Minnan people, and veterans, with scattered Atayal tribes in areas such as Huanxi and Songmao. The region has a rich ethnic culture and skilled weaving arts. The Lishan Cultural and Historical Exhibition Hall showcases not only the history of the Central Cross-Island Highway development and Lishan's natural ecology but also introduces the culture of the Atayal people, providing visitors with a comprehensive understanding of the scenic area. The first hotel to be built in Lishan, the Lishan Hotel, features a Chinese palace-style exterior and is a landmark of the Central Cross-Island Highway. An ecological conservation trail is set up behind the hotel, with lush forests along the path, making it an excellent spot for birdwatching and taking in panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.