Sun Yat-sen Memorial Park Introduction
Established in 1915, Zhongshan Park is located at the intersection of Zhonghua Road and Gongyuan Road in Pingtung City, covering an extensive area of 23,715 ping. The park is home to a variety of tree species, especially a group of old trees that are impressive in terms of type, quantity, and growth range, earning it the title of "Home of Old Trees." In addition, the park features facilities such as a children's playground, a plant shading area, a coconut palm avenue, and a monument for events, while preserving remnants from the Japanese colonial period, including a pond, arched bridge, pavilion, and air raid shelter, making it a recreational area rich in historical and cultural significance. Zhongshan Park boasts vast greenery, with trees being the most captivating sight. Various species such as banyan trees, camphor trees, olive trees, casuarina trees, light lacquer trees, and plumeria trees showcase their most charming appearances here. The banyan trees have long, dense aerial roots, resembling an elderly man with a beard, lending a sense of warmth; the bark of the camphor tree has a wrinkled texture, reminiscent of engravings filled with text, giving off an intellectual aura; and the olive trees are tall and sprawling, with dark brown trunks that evoke a farmer's sturdy appearance. For those who enjoy being close to trees, Zhongshan Park offers an excellent opportunity for appreciation. During the Japanese colonial period, shrines were commonly established, and Zhongshan Park once housed the "Suehiro Inari Shrine," which was demolished after Taiwan's retrocession, with the original site redeveloped into a hexagonal pavilion, and its base transformed into an air raid shelter. The pond and arched bridge were preserved in their original states, serving as historical relics, especially the arched bridge, which features a rounded surface, with the railings and handrail designed in a curved shape, while other parts incorporate square short columns, creating an elegant and beautiful appearance that stands out in the park.
