Three Turtles Swimming Introduction
"Three Turtles Playing in Water" is one of the most representative scenic spots in the Balin area. The Yufeng Creek and Sanguang Creek here are the main upper tributaries of the Dahan Creek, which converge in the Balin area to form the Dahan Creek. The winding riverbed causes the Dahan Creek to meander multiple times, creating a landscape where streams and mountains intertwine due to long-term erosion and weathering. From a mountain path, looking down into the valley, it resembles three turtle heads, while the extending mountains look like turtle shells, creating the unique scenery of "Three Turtles Playing in Water." This is a must-visit attraction for travelers to the Balin area and one of the most representative landscapes of Lala Mountain. The beautiful name "Three Turtles Playing in Water" comes from the topography shaped by river erosion and weathering, which has produced the intertwining valley landscape and towering cliffs, adding mysterious charm to Balin. To promote this natural beauty, the Taoyuan City Government has set up a viewing platform. If you follow the Lala Mountain route up to the 5.2-kilometer mark on the Taoyuan Highway 116, you will see this viewing wooden platform located at an elevation of about one thousand meters, perched on a cliff. This newly emerging attraction is situated along the main artery of the Lala Mountain Scenic Area—Taoyuan Highway 116. Since its completion and opening in 2014, it has allowed visitors to circulate around the mountains as they admire the picturesque mountain views. The viewing platform is the best place to pause and appreciate the breathtaking landscape known as "Three Turtles Playing in Water." The design of the viewing platform is divided into two levels, extending the viewing range infinitely. The upper level features a pebble washing platform, providing guests a place to park and rest; the lower level is a wooden platform with a spacious design, allowing visitors to enjoy 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. On clear days, one can even admire the beautiful scenery of distant mountain peaks enveloped in a light mist. Standing at this height not only offers a breathtaking view of the stunning mountains and rivers but also allows one to gaze upon the old and new Balin Bridges, with scattered small houses in the mountains, making one feel both relaxed and the insignificance of humans in the vastness of nature. Additionally, visitors can also explore the "Lala Mountain Balin Ancient Road," where they can appreciate different perspectives of the natural beauty of "Three Turtles Playing in Water." Entering from the Lala Mountain Ecological Park, visitors can follow the path past the Butterfly Pavilion and Beetle Pavilion, leading to the tranquil path, where one can overlook the picturesque natural scenery, marveling at the wonders of nature.
