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Yunlin upgrades access roads to popular Caoling and Shibi tourist spots before year-end

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The access roads to Yunlin's Caoling and Shibi scenic spots, popular for cherry blossoms, are being improved.
  • The Yunlin County government is investing NT$6.2 million to upgrade the narrow, damaged roads.
  • Improvements are expected to be completed by the end of the year, enhancing tourism safety and convenience.

The access roads leading to Yunlin's Caoling and Shibi areas, renowned for their cherry blossoms and natural beauty, are undergoing significant upgrades. These scenic spots, which attract approximately 400,000 visitors annually, have seen increased tourism partly due to improvements on provincial highways 149A and 149B.

However, the roads connecting to the popular Wannei Gorge, often called Taiwan's "Grand Canyon," and Shibi's "Beauty Valley" have suffered from years of disrepair. The narrowness and severe surface damage have been a drawback for visitors. To address this, the Yunlin County government is investing NT$6.2 million in renovations.

The original width of less than 2 meters will be expanded to an average of 3 meters with a 20-centimeter reinforced concrete surface. Anti-slip techniques and safety features like guide signs and guardrails will be added to mitigate risks on the previously cracked and damaged sections.

— Wang Ling-yaoDescribing the planned upgrades for the road to Wannei Gorge.

According to Yunlin County Transportation and Public Works Bureau Director Wang Ling-yao, the project involves repaving the road to Wannei Gorge. The original width of less than 2 meters will be expanded to an average of 3 meters with a 20-centimeter reinforced concrete surface. Anti-slip techniques and safety features like guide signs and guardrails will be added to mitigate risks on the previously cracked and damaged sections.

Similarly, the road to Shibi's Beauty Valley, originally 2.5 to 3 meters wide, will be widened to 3 to 3.5 meters along its 668-meter length. This section will also receive a 20-centimeter reinforced concrete surface with anti-slip treatment for improved durability and ride comfort. Both projects are slated for completion by the end of this year, aiming to enhance the travel experience for tourists and improve access for local residents and emergency services.

This section will also receive a 20-centimeter reinforced concrete surface with anti-slip treatment for improved durability and ride comfort.

— Wang Ling-yaoDetailing the improvements for the road to Shibi's Beauty Valley.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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