San Diao Jiao Lighthouse Trail. The Easternmost Point of Taiwan - San Diao Jiao. The coastline is dotted with huge rocks, and the spectacular sight of waves crashing against the cape under a vast blue sky. This uniquely beautiful landscape amazed the Spanish ships that passed by, giving it an exotic old name - 'Santiago'. After being transliterated into Hokkien, we now call this place 'San Diao Jiao'. Located at the easternmost point of Taiwan, it is most famous for having the first sunrise of the island. The Easternmost Point of Taiwan - San Diao Jiao. The coastline is dotted with huge rocks, and the spectacular sight of waves crashing against the cape under a vast blue sky. This uniquely beautiful landscape amazed the Spanish ships that passed by, giving it an exotic old name - 'Santiago'. After being transliterated into Hokkien, we now call this place 'San Diao Jiao'. Located at the easternmost point of Taiwan, it is most famous for having the first sunrise of the island. San Diao Jiao Lighthouse - The Eyes of Taiwan. Standing tall on the easternmost cape, facing the Pacific Ocean, it flashes white and red lights twice every 28 seconds, like a maiden in a white dress winking at the beautiful ocean. The San Diao Jiao Lighthouse is also known as the 'Eyes of Taiwan', guiding the way with its warm light at night, illuminating the path home for fishermen. Besides being a maritime guide, it is also a popular tourist attraction. The pure white lighthouse, the football-shaped radar, the Greek-style pavilion, and the heart-shaped art installation, etc. Next to the lighthouse is a small arched chapel, converted from an oil storage house. With its retro wooden door and stained-glass windows, it is full of sweet and romantic atmosphere everywhere, attracting many couples for romantic dates, and many newlyweds come here to take wedding photos, leaving beautiful memories. Its elevated position and open views make it a prime spot for sunrise enthusiasts and photographers.
Address: 新北市貢寮區福連里馬崗街38號
Hours: 00:00–23:59
New Taipei