4.5
Rivers, canyons & gorges
Swallow Grotto
Hualien, Taiwan
The Swallow Grotto in Hualien is carved by the relentless flow of the Liwu River through marble cliffs in Taroko Gorge, famed for its natural tunnels with dramatic curves. Walk the scenic trail and feel the rush of water echoing through the rocky caverns, where swallow birds swoop in arcs overhead. Being a photographer's dream, it’s best suited for morning visits when the light plays tricks on the marble layers.
Good to know
- Best time
- Early morning
- Best months
- Mar–May, Oct–Nov
- Getting there
- Best as a day trip
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