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When it comes to Yilan, most people think of Jiaoxi Hot Springs, Luodong Night Market, and of course, the stunning Turtle Island. This time, students filled with both nervousness and excitement, step onto the mystery Turtle Island. Along the way, the tour guide explained how the island's unique geology has created many beautiful landscapes, such as the Turtle Sunrise, the island’s volcanic sulfur smoke, steep cliffs, and the underwater hot springs. The children listened intently, discussing the history of Turtle Island and admiring the fascinating Milky Lake formed by the underwater hot springs. They also saw seabirds diving to catch fish in the water.

Upon landing, the first stop was Puotoyan Temple. There, the guide shared the temple's history and invited students to rub small stones, which surprisingly released a sulfuric smell. Students fill with curiosity, eagerly wanted to try it themselves. As they followed the lakeside trail, they were accompanied by the melodic songs of the birds. The route took them past landmarks like the Guanyin Statue, military tunnels, and Turtle Island Elementary School. Naturally, the students also took a photo with the island's famous landmark, “Island Alone, Yet People Are Not Lonely.”

Through this journey, the children uncovered the mysterious legends of Turtle Island and happily returned home.