A number of rock formations have been given imaginative names based on their shapes.

Many of these rocks contain fossils, which showcase creatures native to Taiwan from a not-so-distant-past.

There are around 180 mushroom rock formations in different stages of erosion.

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Amongst them, youll find Yehlius most recognizable landmark, the Queens Head Rock.Photo credit.

The Fairy Shoe.Photo credit.

Candle rocks have a ball-shaped core standing out from the rest of the rock.Photo credit.

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