[2025 Taitung Attraction] Travel Guide for Mantou Rock (Updated Aug)

Mantou Mountain in Yeyou Village, Lanyu Township, Taitung County, is named Mantou Mountain because it looks like a big steamed bun at a special angle. It is one of the most prominent landmarks in the area. The overall shape of the mountain is a fat semi-circular shape, which is very easy to identify. This was the burial ground of the Tao people in the past, so it is not a tourist area and few people go there. However, it does not detract from the characteristics of Mantou Mountain. Mantou Mountain on the sea is still the choice of many people for taking pictures of the scenery. #Lanyu #Taitung #Scenery #Lanyu Attractions #Rock

Lanyu is not only the cradle of Yami culture, but also boasts many breathtaking geological wonders. Today, we'll take you to the east coast of Lanyu to visit a legendary monolith dormant on the shoreline—Mantou Rock. 🪨 A Mantou Made of Basalt Mantou Rock, situated along the coastal road between the Fisherman's Tribe and the Wild Silver Tribe, is one of the most striking rocks on Lanyu's east coast. This rounded rock, formed from weathered basalt left over from volcanic activity, earns its name from its resemblance to a giant black mantou. 📷 Photo Highlight: Panoramic Views from the Highway Mantou Rock is prominently located just off the coastal road, making it easily accessible without having to hike. Sunrise is the perfect time to photograph Mantou Rock, where its silhouette blends beautifully with the vibrant orange sea and sky, creating a breathtaking and layered scene. Travelers often set up their tripods here to capture the crashing waves against the rock. 🧙♀️ Legends and Tribal Memories In the traditional culture of the Tao (Yami) people, many landscapes hold spiritual or mythological symbols. Although the myth of Mantou Rock isn't as well-known as that of Twin Lions Rock or Lover's Cave, elders still consider it a "stone guarding the east coast," a place of dialogue between the tribe and nature. 📍 Transportation Search for "Mantou Rock" on Google Maps. Located on the coastal highway between Dongqing and Yeyin, there's no entrance fee and you can park your car or motorcycle along the roadside. — If you enjoy seeking out legends etched by the sea breeze, don't miss Mantou Rock on the east coast of Orchid Island. #OrchidIsland

#OrchidIsland It had been eight years since my last visit to OrchidIsland. Filled with excitement and anticipation, I boarded a two-hour boat trip and arrived. April had just happened to be the start of flying fish season, and while the numbers weren't high, I was thrilled to catch one. My friend, a seafood expert, was amazing at making sashimi out of flying fish. They caught it fresh and it was incredibly fresh and sweet. My husband and his friends went diving, but he recommended Green Island for its rich underwater ecosystem. I recommend buying your favorite snacks and instant noodles in Taiwan to bring back. Goods on Green Island are more expensive, and when there are many tourists, they tend to sell out, leading to long lines.