Sangu Swimming Pool Introduction
"Three Turtles Playing in Water" is one of the most representative scenic spots in the Baling area. The Dahan River can be considered the main river in Taoyuan City, originating from the deep mountains through the Yufeng Creek and the Sangong Creek, converging to form the Dahan River as it winds through the mountains. The confluence of these three streams creates a winding river path, which has shaped a landscape of streams and mountain ridges through long-term erosion and washing. From the mountain road, the valleys appear like the heads of three turtles, with the extending mountain ridges resembling turtle backs, forming the unique "Three Turtles Playing in Water" scene. This is a must-visit spectacle when traveling to the Baling area and is also one of the most representative sceneries of Lala Mountain. The name "Three Turtles Playing in Water" actually originates from indigenous mythology and has developed due to the geographic features shaped by river erosion and weathering, resulting in an interwoven valley terrain and towering cliffs, contributing to the mystique of Baling. To promote this natural beauty, the Taoyuan City Government has set up a viewing platform. If you ascend along Lala Mountain to the 5.2-kilometer mark of Road 116, you will find this viewing wooden platform located on a cliff, at an altitude of about 1,000 meters. This is a new attraction situated along the main route of the Lala Mountain Scenic Area—Road 116. Opened in 2014, it allows visitors to travel along the mountain, enjoying the stunning mountain scenery. The viewing platform is an ideal spot to pause and appreciate the extraordinary beauty of "Three Turtles Playing in Water." The platform is designed with two levels, extending the viewing experience. The upper level is a pebble platform offering parking for visitors to rest, while the lower level features a wooden platform designed to provide a spacious area to feel the relaxed mountain atmosphere. From the viewing platform, the most beautiful sight is the unique meandering landscape of the Three Turtles Playing in Water Valley in Lala Mountain. On clear days, one can even admire the beautiful scenery of distant mountain peaks shrouded in mist. Standing at this elevated location, one can overlook the breathtaking landscapes, as well as gaze at the old and new Baling Bridges, with scattered cottages nestled in the mountains. This experience not only brings relaxation but also imparts a sense of the smallness of humanity amidst the vastness of nature. Additionally, visitors can explore the "Lala Mountain Baling Old Trail," where different perspectives of the natural beauty of "Three Turtles Playing in Water" can be appreciated. Entering from the Lala Mountain Ecological Park and following the Butterfly Pavilion and Beetle Pavilion down to the Youjing Trail, one can reach this spot to overlook the picturesque natural beauty that showcases the wonders of nature.
