Gu Shan Park Introduction
Gushan Park was originally the site of Qishan Shrine, which was renamed Zhongshan Park during the Kuomintang government era. In 1983, a Confucius Temple was also constructed within the park. After a century of changes, the park has now returned to its original name, undergoing reconstruction in line with its historical and cultural context to restore its former grandeur. Gushan Park is built around the topography of Gushan, situated opposite Qiwushan across the creek. The park features towering ancient trees and beautiful forest scenery, adorned with various bronze and stone sculptures scattered throughout the woods, which enhance its elegance in the dappled light. The stone lanterns along the path of the former shrine have been restored, complemented by dry stone landscapes and fan-shaped flowers, showcasing a distinct Japanese garden style. The city government has also revamped the stairway pathways within the park, increased greenery, reduced concrete work, renovated the mountain trails and bike paths, and developed ecological ponds and waterways, making the stepped park more comfortable, family-friendly, and natural. The historical scenic viewpoint “Gushan Spring View,” which once ranked among the top twelve scenic spots in Taiwan for overlooking Qishan and the Meinong Plain, will now keep pace with modernity, forming a lively forest park for the public.
