Lishan. The Breath o

Lishan. The Breath of the Mountains Upon arriving in Lishan, the first thing that hits you is the air, a stark contrast to the plains. Nearly 2,000 meters above sea level, the air is crisp, with a cool yet refreshing coolness. Breathing it in, it feels as if even your mind is cleansed. In this alpine climate, the combination of sunlight and the temperature swings between day and night fosters unique flavors. Take a bite of Lishan's apples, honey pears, and sweet persimmons, and the flesh is crisp, sweet yet tart, like the purity of the mountains transformed into flavor. The same goes for the vegetables, verdant and sweet, even a simple boil brings out their deliciousness. Some say the beauty of Lishan lies not just in its magnificent mountain scenery, but in the fact that "the air is drinkable, the fruit is savory, and the vegetables are a gift from the mountains and forests." Traveling here is like a reset of body and mind. The pace slows, the breath deepens, and the sense of taste awakens. This is the most captivating aspect of Lishan—a mountain town that nourishes with air and retains with fruit.