Shanzijiao Park Introduction
The Shanjia area was originally known as "Shanzijiao," which dates back to the Qing Dynasty when it belonged to the Haishan Fort Shanzijiao Township. The name "Shanzijiao" derives from its proximity to the foothills of the Guilun Mountain. During the Japanese occupation, "Shanzijiao" was changed to "Shanzikiao," and after the retrocession, it was renamed "Shanjia." Shanzijiao Park is located next to the Land Affairs Bureau in the Shu Lin District and follows the Lu Jiao Creek, covering an area of approximately 2,600 square meters. A wooden boardwalk has been built along the creek bank for visitors to enjoy watching small fish in the water. During dusk, one can sit by the creek and enjoy the sunset views, making it a great place for leisure activities in the Shanjia area. In recent years, the population in the Shulin Shanjia area has increased. To meet the demand for leisure space for residents, the government planned the public idle land along the banks of Lu Jiao Creek and developed it into a linear Shanzijiao Park. A nearly 200-meter-long wooden boardwalk has been constructed along the bank, connecting the century-old Shanjia Railway Station at one end and the culturally rich Hakka Cultural Center at the other, making it an ideal spot to visit on weekends.
