Laomei Green Reef (老梅綠石槽)
Laomei Green Reef is located in the Shimen District of New Taipei City on the northern coast of Taiwan. We had the opportunity to visit this place twice, during different seasons. The first visit was in August 2018, and we returned in early April 2019. During our first visit, only a small part of the stones were covered in green algae, but the view was already quite remarkable. It's a popular tourist spot, with people photographing and painting this unique sight. Many visitors also walk on the stones, although it is prohibited during the growing season of the algae.
The rocks at Laomei were formed approximately two hundred thousand years ago after the eruption of the Datun volcano. The lava from the volcano shaped the northern coast, and over centuries, weathering and sea erosion sculpted the rocks at Laomei into rows where water easily flows. The seashore is covered by volcanic rocks for about 700 meters. The best time to visit is from April to May when the weather warms up and the algae from the ocean tide completely covers the rocks.
The Datun Volcano Group is a cluster of volcanoes in northern Taiwan. This volcanic group formed through episodic volcanism that occurred between 2.8 to 0.2 million years ago. In 2005, there was some geothermal activity, and gas fumaroles were active in the area. Fumaroles are openings in the ground that emit steam and gases. It is also possible that magma chambers still exist beneath the surface in northern Taiwan.
Green algae is a diverse group of more than 7,000 species that grow in various habitats. The bright green color of the algae is due to chlorophyll, which they use to capture light energy for photosynthesis and sugar production. When the weather becomes hot, the algae die, and the rocks return to their natural color. The seawater and beach in this area appear very clean, contributing to the overall beauty of the view.
Apart from the stunning Laomei Green Reef, this region is also known for the blooming of blanket flowers. These flowers were imported from North America in the 20th century and can be found throughout the northern coast of Taiwan. The flowers bloom from May to August, adding another colorful spectacle to the area.
See also: Yehliu Geopark
See also: Fufudingshan Shell Temple
Laomei Green Reef in August:
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