Waziwei Nature Reserve Introduction
Wazihwei Natural Ecological Reserve is a 30-hectare ecological conservation area, named "Wazi" due to the curved terrain of its estuary. The lagoon-like topography provides an excellent growth environment for mangroves, making it the largest mangrove area on the left bank of the Tamsui River. The main conservation targets at Wazihwei are the water hyacinth and the various flora and fauna that coexist with it. The most beautiful scene in the park is the lush green water hyacinth and the blue boats resting on the beach. In addition to the water hyacinth, visitors can also observe precious wetland ecology at Wazihwei, including mangroves, saddle vines, reeds, and various estuarine plants. During tidal changes, a variety of creatures can be seen, such as mudskippers, fiddler crabs, porcelain crabs, and barnacles; this area is also an important bird-watching site in northern Taiwan during autumn and winter, hosting many migratory and resident bird species. The coastal viewing dike offers magnificent views of Guanyin Mountain and Wazihwei Natural Ecological Reserve, which serves as an excellent natural geography classroom. There are cycling paths available for visitors to ride along and enjoy the scenery, with many interpretive signs about the natural ecology throughout the route, making it educational and popular among families collecting material for homework. Walking into the coastal viewing dike at the northern edge of Wazihwei, the expansive view offers sights of the Bali Water Sports Center, Guanyin Mountain, and Tamsui.
