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Queen’s Head in Yehliu GeoPark, Taiwan

Yehliu is a cape on the north coast of Taiwan in the town of Wanli between Taipei and Keelung in the beautiful island of Taiwan. Taiwan is formerly known as Formosa

The cape, also named the Yehliu Promontory, by geologists is a part of the Taliao Miocene Formation. Apparently it runs 1,700 meters into the ocean and was formed as geological forces pushed Datun Mountain out of the sea.

One of the most distinctive feature of the cape is the hoodoo stones that dot its surface. Based on the shapes, some of these rock formations graced many tour brochures. Among the more well-known ones is The Queen’s Head”. This is an iconic image in Taiwan and an unofficial emblem for the town of Wanli. Other formations include “The Fairy Shoe”, “The Bee Hive”, “The Ginger Rocks” and “The Sea Candles.”

The picture here is taken earlier this year. According to the locals, the Queen has “slimmed” down over the years due to the harsh wind and tough climatic change. In fact, some said the Queen is bound to be decapitated due to the punishing elements shining and blowing at her. So if you are passing by Taiwan, do make a trip to Yeliu Geopark. You don’t want just to see her neck only.