Agongdian Reservoir Introduction
Kaohsiung, an established scenic area, attracts visitors with its serene environment, making it a popular destination every holiday. The Agongdian Reservoir is located in the upper reaches of the Agongdian Creek in the Yanchao and Tianliao districts of Kaohsiung City. Construction began during the Japanese colonial period and is known as Taiwan's longest construction project and the earliest completed multi-purpose reservoir. Its natural beauty and tranquil environment give this functional reservoir an appealing tourist charm. Agongdian Reservoir boasts Taiwan's first cycling path around a reservoir, a ten-kilometer route connecting two suspension bridges and ten scenic spots: Rising Sun at Penglai, Lotus Pond's Gentle Breeze, Reflection in Gangshan, Sunset at the Dike, Dragon's Mouth Spring, Moonlit Fishing, Rainbow Bridge in Mist, Bamboo Forest Riding, Fruity Aroma in Tree Shadows, Morning Bell Evening Drum. Whether cycling briskly or strolling leisurely along the lakeside, visitors can enjoy stunning views. The Agongdian Cycling Path is located at the junction of Yanchao, Gangshan, and Tianliao districts by the Agongdian Reservoir, offering a picturesque setting like a paradise. Established in 2010, this was the first lakeside cycling path in Taiwan, featuring well-maintained roads lined with native Taiwanese plants and flowering trees, resembling a tree-lined avenue. There are numerous viewing platforms and bicycle rental stations, connecting to scenic spots like Rainbow Bridge in Mist, Moonlit Fishing, and Dragon's Mouth Spring, among others, for a delightful cycling experience. The straight, wide 2.38-kilometer dike path offers not only beautiful sunset views but also serves as a training ground for participants to practice sprinting. Near the reservoir, there are historic house clusters that evoke a sense of nostalgia, making it an ideal spot for families to enjoy an intellectual cycling journey. Agongdian Forest Park, located next to the spillway of the Agongdian Reservoir and covering approximately 9.3 hectares, features forest trails, ecological ponds, parking areas, and children's play facilities. It utilizes water diversion techniques to supply an ecological pond under the rain tree, with the banks planted with wetland plants like irises and ginger lilies, successfully creating a complete wild stream ecological chain that attracts frogs, dragonflies, and water birds. Additionally, the space beneath the ironwood trees is used to plant nectar-producing plants like Crotalaria, creating a butterfly garden while employing ecological restoration methods for firefly rearing. A visit to the forest park allows for a relaxing experience in nature, providing a rich sensory experience of biodiversity that urban parks cannot offer.
