Jianshan Lake Monument Introduction
The Jian Mountain Lake Monument is located in the Shimen District at Shimen Cave, about one kilometer away from the famous Qing Mountain Waterfall. During the Japanese occupation in the 12th year of the Showa era (1937), members of the Japanese Navy Air Force were dispatched to China for combat and passed over the skies of Jian Mountain Lake in the Shimen District. Due to bad weather, one of the aircraft unfortunately crashed, resulting in the death of all seven officers on board. In memory of these soldiers, the Japanese authorities erected a monument at the crash site to commemorate them. The monument stands twelve meters high and is inscribed with "The Place Where Naval Soldiers Died in Battle," and a shrine has been built nearby, surrounded by several cherry blossom trees and multiple small stone lanterns. Currently, there is a well-planned hiking trail, and many people visit on weekends for hiking, enjoying views of the offshore scenery in the Shimen District. At the trail entrance, there is a large stone monument, and following the red brick path lined with dense cherry blossom trees. Jian Mountain Lake is not actually a lake but refers to a low-lying valley or basin. Passing through the Jian Mountain Lake Xiaokeng Gorge leads to the source of the "Jian Mountain Lake San Zhen" water channel, as well as a waterway bridge that conveys water, with the clear creek creating a melodious sound. The trail ends at the "Jian Mountain Lake Monument," which stands quietly in the mountains. The viewing platform in front of the monument offers stunning views of the North 19 Line's mountains, terraced fields, and the offshore scenery of Shimen, allowing visitors to enjoy the tranquility of nature.
