Maple Tree Pit Introduction
Fields, old trees, and country lanes—Taoyuan also has its version of Bolong Avenue! If you thought you could only wander through perfect flower seas in Daxi, think again! Within its borders, the Fengshukeng area (also known as Fengshucun), named after its early abundant maple trees, offers a unique landscape. While the maple groves may no longer be visible, visitors can enjoy the swaying green rice waves in different seasons, the fluffy white miscanthus on hills, the fluttering of teak flowers in May, and the vibrant sunflowers heralding summer. Strolling or cycling here is a true joy. From Guangming Street, turn left onto Lane 290, and walk straight for about 160 meters to the flower viewing route— the junction of Zhongkeng Line and Fengwei Line. The Zhongkeng Line stretches approximately 4 kilometers to the Land God Temple in front of Zhongkeng Bridge No. 5, with a gradient slightly steeper than Fengwei Line. Along the way, besides some small factories, you'll find fields of crops. The low population density in Fengshukeng provides a unique rural leisure atmosphere; a gentle breeze communicates with the ripening crops, and the air is filled with the fragrance of dragon fruit. Egrets soar gracefully as the sounds of insects and birds create a rural melody. After the November harvest, farmers sow cosmos, sunflowers, and zinnias, transforming the fields into vibrant flower beds that invariably make one stop in awe. On the alternate route—the Fengwei Line, which is about 5 kilometers long—winding paths lead to an old sweet maple tree over 200 years old, the most famous landmark of Fengshukeng. Many people come here for a pilgrimage to what is known as the "Northern Bolong Avenue," enjoying shade and tea under the old tree while admiring the blue sky and green sea; the only thing necessary is to relax. The agricultural land along Fengwei Line is larger than that of Zhongkeng Line, with terraced fields sometimes rising higher than the road. During slack farming periods, fields filled with cosmos and zinnias bloom extensively, and from a distance, one can view the valley, where summer's teak flowers and autumn's white miscanthus each vie for beauty, creating a colorful landscape.
