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The scenery along Hengchun Ancient City is enchanting. In addition to enjoying the panoramic views of SanTai Mountain and HuTou Mountain, and admiring the ancient city gates and walls, there are also attractions such as the century-old alleys, Betel Nut Street, and the Eight Scenes of Hengchun within Hengchun Town, making this southernmost town in Taiwan brimming with historical charm and evoking deep nostalgia. **The Eight Scenes of Hengchun**: The term "Eight Scenes of Hengchun" originates from an eight-verse poem composed by General Liang Yan of the Qing Dynasty. The poem reads: *"Cat's Nose Head and Turtle-Snake Rocks stand by the sea, SanTai Mountains tower into the clouds. Dragon's Rain turns the moonlit lake's heart, Tiger's Roar clears mist at岫's mouth. Oxen's back toils return wild paths, Who rides the bridle of the Horse Saddle? Thousand Spring Cave testifies to a general's legacy; Majestic Hengchun dominates half the southeastern skies."* **Cat's Nose Head and Turtle-Snake Rocks by the Sea**: Refers to "Cat's Nose Head" at the southern tip of Taiwan. The coral reef rocks, shaped by waves into the form of a crouching cat, inspired its name. Due to its location at the confluence of the Taiwan Strait and Bashi Channel, the area features dramatic sea conditions with waves crashing and foam flying, offering a breathtaking sight. Turtle Mountain and Snake Mountain face each other, standing tall at the mouth of the present-day National Marine Museum. **SanTai Mountains Pierce the Clouds**: Refers to SanTai Mountain. From the eastern gate of Hengchun Ancient City, three peaks in a row are visible—the origin of its name. **Dragon's Rain Turns the Moon at Long Tan Heart**: Refers to Long Tan Lake. The lake spans 175 hectares, the largest inland body of water in the Hengchun Peninsula. Its vast surface, reflecting blue skies and evening skies, creates a poetic, heart-moving landscape. **Thousand Spring Cave Witnesses the General's Deeds**: Refers to Monkey Cave Hill. Located near the western gate, it is a 20-meter-high coral reef rock originally inhabited by monkeys, hence its name. **Tiger's Roar Clears岫's Mouth Mist**: Refers to HuTou Mountain (Tiger Head Mountain). **Oxen Turn Homeward from Wild Paths on Their Backs**: Refers to Chi-Niu Ridge. A plateau outside the eastern gate of Hengchun, formed by a raised coral limestone ridge, offering panoramic views of the Hengchun Valley plain, extending from Checheng in the north to Erlan in the south, with a magnificent vantage point. **Who Wields the Bridle of the Horse Saddle?**: Refers to Ma-Ashan Mountain. Near the southern slope of Ma-Ashan Hill lies Nanyang Bay. During the Japanese colonial era, this area was a rich whaling ground. **Majestic Hengchun Commanding Half the Southeastern Skies**: Refers to Guan Mountain. Also named Gao Mountain, composed of coral rocks, Guan Mountain is famed for its "Guan Mountain Sunset," where the sky and sea turn red under the setting sun, creating a mesmerizing view.