The 100th anniversary of Jiucaoling Tunnel takes the audience through a century of time

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Light and shadow art exhibition

The Old Caoling Tunnel was officially opened to traffic in 1924, the 13th year of the Japanese occupation. With a total length of 2,167 meters, it was the longest railway tunnel in Taiwan at that time. This year (113) coincides with the 100th anniversary of the opening of the old Caoling Tunnel. The Northeast Corner of the Tourism Administration of the Ministry of Transportation and the Yilan Coast National Scenic Area Management Office (hereinafter referred to as the Northeast Corner Management Office) today (10/9) opened the old Caoling Tunnel. The South Exit (Cliff Lodge) held the "Centenary Celebration of the Old Caoling Tunnel" event, featuring "Dance of Light - Old Caoling Tunnel" light and shadow art, "Shadow of Memory - Ancient and Modern Grace" photo exhibition, "Sound of Nostalgia - White Clouds Flying Place" "The ancient and modern concerts are the three main axes, creating an immersive celebration that integrates humanities and art and runs through ancient and modern times.

Director Secretary Fang Zhengguang of the Tourism Administration of the Ministry of Transport said: The old Caoling Tunnel is a popular bicycle tour route in the northeast corner, driving local and regional tourism and industrial economy. It has received international recognition and was shortlisted for the international award "2015 Tomorrow Tourism Awards" in 2020. Won the ITB Berlin Travel Show Green Tourism Destination Award again - Best Tourism Destination Award in the Asia-Pacific Region. This year (113) coincides with the 100th anniversary. The anniversary is a day worthy of gratitude. I would like to express my gratitude to the public and private sectors that have contributed to the tourism development of the Old Caoling Tunnel and surrounding areas in the past, so that all domestic and foreign tourists who come to visit will be deeply impressed. I am touched. These are the results of everyone's joint efforts. I hope to continue to work together in the future to let more domestic and foreign tourists know the charm of the old Caoling Tunnel.

The "Old Caoling Tunnel Centennial Celebration" series of activities will start at 5 pm today (10/9). The on-site exhibition hall will display the "Shadow of Memory - Ancient and Modern Graces" photo exhibition (the exhibition will be open until December 30). Old photos take tourists back to the glorious days of the old Caoling Tunnel. Local artists are also invited to use "hand-painted real-life painting style" to interpret the special attractions of the old Caoling Tunnel's circular line bicycle path, including " Fulong Railway Station", "Lailai Sea Erosion Platform", "San Diaojiao Lighthouse", "Maao Fishing Village", "Sijiao Cave Scenic Area", "Cliff Hut" and other attractions; continue with "Dance of Light‧ Old Grass" "Ling Tunnel" specially designed a wonderful opening light and shadow art of about 4 minutes and 30 seconds for the tunnel, showing the historical glory of the century, creating a rich audio-visual experience, and showing the classic tourism imagery of the four seasons in the northeastern corner; finally, the "Nostalgia" The "Voice of Baiyun Flying Place" concert is located at the south entrance of the old Caoling Tunnel. It starts with "Dudi Tongzi". Through the combination of ancient and modern musical instruments, it uses melodious and emotional music, combined with light and shadow design to immerse the public. A feast of tunnel history and music. In addition, at this event, a celebration cake was specially made by local industry operators, which not only integrated the image of Guishan Island, but also featured the cute mascots Oh Bear and Fu Qi Long holding the words 100 to celebrate together and offer blessings; 100 mini-shaped cakes were also prepared on site. Shoudao shares the joy with the guests. Combining the traditional birthday peach, the auspicious meaning of longevity and longevity of "tortoise" since ancient times, and the deep connection between Guishan Island and the northeast corner, Guishan Island is transformed into a lush green and exquisite dessert full of blessings. I hope to convey the blessings and beauty of the Northeast corner.

An interactive light and shadow experience will be launched in the Old Caoling Tunnel from October 10. People can experience the fun of interacting with light and shadow when passing through the tunnel, and may also encounter ocean whales and dolphins! Riding the Old Caoling Tunnel can take you from Fuzhou to Fuzhou. Departing from Long Railway Station, if your physical strength permits, you may as well go on the 20-kilometer Old Caoling Ring Bike Trail, passing by Lailai Sea Erosion Platform, San Diaojiao Lighthouse, Maao Fishing Village, Sijiao Grottoes Scenic Area, etc. to experience the stunning beauty of the Northeast corner. In addition, you can stop and enjoy the sea view while sipping tea in quality cafe spaces such as Shicheng - Cliff Hut, Shicheng Service Area, Lailai Secret Land - Laiwai Painting, Aojiao Coffee, and Magang Post. Transportation is also convenient in all directions. In addition to taking the Taiwan Railway, you can also take the Taiwan Express "Golden Fulong Line", "Yilan Northeast Corner Coastline" and "Zhuangwei Dune Line" to visit popular scenic spots in the northeast corner. Among them, the Yilan route will end this year Before (from now until December 31), anyone who holds an electronic ticket can enjoy free passenger fares. In addition, there are Taiwan tourist package tours, and 20% off discounts on 12 tours in Yilan. The public is welcome to arrange a leisure trip to the Northeast corner for 2 to 3 days to experience the holiday-like accommodation experience.

The old Caoling Tunnel played an important role in transportation during the Japanese colonial period. Later, due to insufficient use of the single line, a new Caoling Tunnel was opened. The old Caoling Tunnel was closed and idle for nearly 20 years. In 1997, the Northeast Corner Tunnel was reopened as a bicycle lane. Since then, it has become "the first iron-horse tunnel converted from a railway tunnel in northern Taiwan." "Tao" to establish friendly exchanges on bicycle tourism and promote international visibility and marketing.

For more information about the "Old Caoling Tunnel Centennial Celebration" event, please go to the "Northeast Point Tourism Information Network" or the "Friends of Northeast Point" fan page.