Shoushan
About
Shoushan. Shoushan (壽山; Shòu shān), also known as Monkey Mountain, is on the west coast, across the harbor from Cijin. All along the mountain, it is possible to see monkeys looking for a snack. Although there are signs posted forbidding feeding the monkeys, some of the locals don't hesitate to do so. Some monkeys are nice, but some can be nasty and attack as soon as they see some food. There is also a small zoo with some exotic animals. Entrance ticket costs 40 NTD. Shoushan is easily reached by bus no 56 that leaves infront of the railway station. Bus goes to the gate of shoushan zoo. If you want to go to climb the mountain, the starting point is few hundred meters below the zoo. Good walking shoes(or sneakers) are necessary on the mountain. Totally recommendable for those who want to get a break from citylife. A bit farther north, on the western side of the mountain, is the highly recommended Chaishan Nature park, a network raised trails through the banyan forest where you are guaranteed to see wild monkeys. The trails start next to Longquan Temple, which you can get to by bus from KMRT Sizihwan station.
