Pinglin Forest Park Introduction
Pinglin Forest Park, covering an area of 11.7 hectares, is located opposite the Taichung Armed Forces General Hospital and near Chien Yi University of Technology. Originally used as the site of the Ministry of National Defense's Pinglin Military Camp, the land demand has significantly decreased due to the recent manpower streamlining within the military. As a result, the space has been revitalized and transformed into a multifunctional ecological park that integrates landscape, recreation, and flood detention. The park is designed to include a 3.7-hectare original forest park and a 32,000 cubic meter ecological detention pond area, which serves as a flood control and water storage solution during flood seasons, while providing a recreational space for local residents during normal times. The diverse ecological scenery and comprehensive service facilities are particularly favored by parents of young children, who often bring their kids to play on weekends. Within Pinglin Forest Park, facilities include a lakeside walking trail, a waterfront wooden walkway, and a children's recreation area, as well as an outdoor performance plaza that can accommodate 1,200 spectators. The unique design of this space is a major highlight, serving as a stage for various types of events held by the local community. Furthermore, the park preserves 695 native trees and features plant species such as cherry blossoms, bald cypress, cassia, and tabebuia, which change appearance with the seasons. The lush aquatic plants in the detention pond and the fish swimming among them create an exquisitely beautiful scene, making it a great spot for exercise, walking, enjoying nature, or having picnics on the grass under the shade of trees with friends. The construction of Pinglin Forest Park not only provides local residents with a comfortable living space but also increases the ecological green environment surrounding the city, helping to mitigate the impacts of typhoons and heavy rains that lead to flooding and property losses. Additionally, it regulates the microclimate of the area and improves air pollution, overall enhancing the quality of life for local residents and contributing to Taichung's development as a green and livable city.
