Siouguluan River

Siouguluan River

Siouguluan River in Hualien
Origin Mabolasih Mountain
Mouth Pacific Ocean
Basin countries  Republic of China
Length 104 km (65 mi)
Source elevation 3,000 m (9,800 ft)
Mouth elevation 0 m (0 ft)
Basin area 1,790.46 km2 (691.30 sq mi)

The Siouguluan River (Chinese: 秀姑巒溪; Pe̍h-ōe-jī: Siù-ko͘-lôan-khoe) is a river in southeastern Taiwan. It flows through Hualien County for 104 km (65 mi) before emptying into the Pacific Ocean.

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Overview

The river originates on the eastern side of Mabolasih Mountain (on the border with Taitung County) and flows through the Siouguluan Mountain. It is the largest river in eastern Taiwan. Over 30 species of fish have been found in the river.[1]

Rafting

The river is known for its many rapids and has become a prime destination for rafting,[1] especially on a 24 km (15 mi) section Rueisuei Bridge to the Changhong Bridge.[2]

Tributaries

See also

References

  1. ^ a b "Siouguluan River". East Coast National Scenic Area Administration. http://old.eastcoast-nsa.gov.tw/en/TourSpotDetail.aspx?ID=97. Retrieved 2010-07-18. 
  2. ^ "Ruisui Rafting Tourist Center". East Rift Valley National Scenic Area. http://www.erv-nsa.gov.tw/User/article.aspx?Lang=2&SNo=03000132. Retrieved 2010-07-18.