The “East–West Cross-Island Highway Archway” at the entrance of Taroko has completed restoration and reopened with renewed brilliance. Standing at the eastern gateway of the Central Cross-Island Highway for over 60 years, the landmark now showcases revitalized wooden structures and intricate traditional paintings. The pedestrian walkway on Jinwen Bridge has also been repaired, reconnecting the walking route between Taroko’s entrance and the Taroko Terrace.

Built in 1960 to commemorate the opening of the Central Cross-Island Highway, the archway is designated as a historic building in Hualien County. At the end of the previous year, one of its wooden beams was damaged. As a protected cultural asset, restoration required a formal proposal and approval under cultural heritage regulations before work could begin.

The most challenging aspect was restoring the traditional painted motifs. Taroko National Park invited Lin Chuan-Chih, a Tainan-based master craftsman certified by the Ministry of Culture, to undertake the work. He traced the faded original patterns and meticulously recreated them on newly crafted beams, while also repainting an additional beam to ensure visual harmony. The result is a brighter yet authentically preserved historic landmark.

Meanwhile, the pedestrian walkway and railings on Jinwen Bridge, which spans the Liwu River, have been repaired. Visitors can now stroll across the bridge to enjoy views of the river valley, morning light, and moonlit reflections at dusk.