Zentouli Military History Park Introduction
For military enthusiasts, don't miss out on this gathering of retired military weapons from land, sea, and air! Located in the wetland ecology-renowned Zhutou area of Dayuan District, retired military equipment such as the Navy destroyer, landing transport vehicles, and the F5E fighter jet "Chung Cheng" can be found beneath the elevated bridge of the Taiwan Route 61 West Coast Expressway. If you want to experience the thrill of being a pilot or meet the "heroes of the battlefield" up close, a visit to the Zhutou Military History Park will satisfy your military passion! Every piece of military equipment displayed in the park is filled with stories. The F5E fighter jet, which plays a key role in defending the peace across the Taiwan Strait, is a military aircraft co-produced by Taiwan and the United States and was named "Chung Cheng" in honor of President Chiang Ching-kuo's 88th birthday. Sharp-eyed military fans may also notice that this type of aircraft appeared in the movie "Top Gun." Standing in front of the 3-meter-high fighter jet, imagining the intense aerial battles from the film is part of the travel fun. Also manufactured in the United States is the M48A3 medium tank, which served as the main combat vehicle for the Republic of China Armed Forces during the 1980s. Nearby, an anchor and propeller from the Cheng Yang, which survived a kamikaze attack but did not sink, are on display; the vessel was nicknamed the "Lucky Ship," with rumors suggesting that captains serving on the Cheng Yang had a significantly increased chance of being promoted to general. Additionally, military equipment such as the LVT.P5-A1 landing vehicle that experienced the 823 Artillery Battle and the 5-inch 38 caliber single gun from an aircraft carrier will take you into the shocking history of warfare. Besides the impressive retired military equipment, the park also houses stone lions and dragon pillars specially preserved during the renovation of the Renshou Palace in Dayuan. Facilities for children, health walking trails, simple fitness equipment, and colorful murals of landscapes and cartoons on bridge pillars create a comfortable resting environment.
