Jianshan Lake Monument Introduction
The Jian Mountain Lake Memorial is located in the Shimen District at Shimen Cave, about one kilometer away from the famous Qingshan Waterfall. During the Japanese colonial period in the twelfth year of Showa (1937), personnel from the Japanese Navy Air Force were deployed to fight in China and passed over the skies of Jian Mountain Lake in Shimen District. Due to inclement weather, one aircraft sadly crashed, resulting in the deaths of all seven military officers on board. To commemorate these soldiers, the Japanese authorities erected a memorial monument at the crash site of Jian Mountain Lake. A twelve-meter tall stone tablet inscribed with “The Place Where Navy Soldiers Died” was erected, along with the establishment of a shrine. The area is planted with several cherry blossom trees and features multiple small stone lanterns. Currently, there is a well-planned hiking trail that many people use to hike on weekends, where they can also enjoy the ocean views of Shimen District. At the trailhead stands a large stone memorial, and following the red brick path, one can find dense mountain cherry forests on both sides. Jian Mountain Lake does not actually have a lake, but refers to a low-lying valley or basin. Passing through the Jian Mountain Lake Xiao Keng Stream Valley, one finds the source of the "Jian Mountain Lake San Zhen" water channel, along with bridges carrying water supply, where the sound of the clear small creek is very pleasant. The endpoint is the "Jian Mountain Lake Memorial," standing quietly amidst the mountains, and the viewing platform in front of the monument offers views of the North 19 Line's mountainous scenery, terraced fields, and the offshore area of Shimen, allowing visitors to enjoy the tranquility of nature.
