Gangshan Eye (Closed for Maintenance) Introduction
Gangang Mountain Eye Park, located at the border between the Gangshan District and the Yanchao District, spans approximately 1.8 hectares. The Qing Dynasty poet Zhuang Mengcai described the local greenery in his poem “Gangshan Tree Color,” highlighting the area’s lush, layered greens that create a beautiful vista from the park. The park offers a magnificent view with poetic charm and timeless grace. The Sky Corridor, designed as the main feature of Gangang Mountain Eye Park, is 88 meters long and incorporates music into its design concept. It is built as a steel cable-stayed bridge, with the main tower resembling a violin, and the cables representing the strings, symbolizing harmonious music. The spiral staircase at the end mimics a harmonica, with the steps echoing the sound of piano keys. Walking along the Sky Corridor, visitors can feel the gentle breeze, as if nature is playing its music, offering a feast for both the eyes and ears, and symbolizing a new life chapter for Gangang Mountain. The area is designed with a focus on environmental respect and ecological conservation. From the Sky Corridor, visitors can overlook the beautiful scenery of the Agongdian Reservoir, Agongdian Forest Park, and Agongdian Creek along with its plains. On clear days, one can enjoy the magnificent Northern Da Wu Mountain and surrounding peaks, as well as landmarks of Kaohsiung City like the 85 Sky Tower, Banping Mountain, Shoushan, and the Taiwan Strait. Recommended itinerary: - Enjoy scenic views and tea at Gangang Mountain Eye → Xiaogang Mountain Viewing Platform → Dagang Mountain Scenic Area → Lunch → Tea tasting → Temple tour dinner (Gangshan Old Street/lamb dishes) - Visit Museums: Kaohsiung MRT Red Line Gangshan Hospital Station → Gangshan Cultural Center/Puppet Theater Museum → Taiwan Screw Museum → Lunch (Gangshan Old Street/lamb dishes) → Taiwan Braised Food Museum → Zhibin Doubanjiang Story Museum → Gangang Mountain Eye → Dinner (Dagang Mountain Scenic Area native chicken dishes) Military New Experience: - Aviation Education Exhibition Center → Military History Museum → Lunch (Gangshan Old Street/lamb dishes) → Zhibin Doubanjiang Story Museum → Gangang Mountain Eye → Dinner (Dagang Mountain Scenic Area native chicken dishes) To enter, visitors must take a shuttle bus or share a taxi. The Gangang Mountain Eye Park is open from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (until 6:00 PM on weekends and holidays), controlling the entry of motorcycles and small vehicles. Drivers must park in nearby parking areas first and then transfer to the shuttle or share a taxi for entry. Due to the narrow mountain roads and steep inclines, drivers should reduce speed when driving at night and pay attention to traffic safety while obeying traffic regulations. Transportation Information: - Accessible Transportation 1. Self-driving: Individuals with disabilities may show relevant documents to pass through the traffic control point at Gangang Mountain Eye (at the intersection of Reservoir Road and Lane 2, Dazhuang Road). Parking at the park includes three accessible parking spaces. 2. Public transport: Accessible bus – contact hotline (07)740-7977 or visit the Kaohsiung Bus accessible bus website. Accessible taxi service: Ride-sharing hotline, 0987-752787, 0958-499030. *Note that the shuttle bus is a standard medium-sized bus, and due to road width and surrounding vegetation, low-floor buses cannot operate. - MRT (must transfer to shared taxi) 1. Take the Kaohsiung MRT Red Line to Gangshan Hospital Station (R24), then take Bus Red 68 from Exit 1 to Dazhuang Park and then share a taxi to Gangang Mountain Eye Park. (Refer to the Red 68 bus schedule on the Kaohsiung Bus website) 2. Shared taxi: (1) The shared taxi plan for Gangang Mountain Eye Park is approved by the Traffic Bureau. (2) Shared taxi areas are planned at Gangshan Hospital Station (R24), Agongdian Reservoir Management Center, Agongdian Forest Park, and Dazhuang Park. (3) Gangang Mountain Eye Park shared taxi reservation hotline: 0987-752787, 0958-499030 - Self-driving (must switch to shuttle bus or shared taxi) 1. National Highway Routes: (1) National Highway 1 → Exit at Gangshan Interchange → Yanchao → Anzhao Road/City Road 186 → Turn left on Xingsheng Road → Turn right on Cailiao Road → Arrive at the parking area and shuttle area around Agongdian Reservoir Management Center. (2) National Highway 10 → Exit at Yanchao Interchange → Yida Road → Turn right on Jiao Su Road/City Road 186 → Continue on Zhongxing North Road/Highway 29-1 → Turn left on Gongcheng Road connecting to Cailiao Road, arriving at the parking area around Agongdian Reservoir Management Center after about 400 meters. 2. Parking Information: (1) Agongdian Reservoir Management Center: 4 large bus spaces, 113 car spaces (including 3 accessible parking), 36 motorcycle spaces. (2) Agongdian Forest Park: 79 car spaces, 30 motorcycle spaces. (3) Cailiao Road parking lot: 13 car spaces. (4) Reservoir Road parking lot: 34 car spaces. (Includes shuttle station) * At Gangang Mountain Eye Park: 3 accessible parking spaces (individuals with disabilities may show relevant documents to pass the traffic control point). * Due to limited parking space, public transportation is recommended. - Shuttle Information: (1) Starting from March 26, 2024, a trial shuttle service will operate from Reservoir Road parking lot to Gangang Mountain Eye Park. (2) Shuttle bus service hotline: Kaohsiung Bus 07-6118804 (3) Shuttle station, fare, and schedule: - Reservoir Road parking lot: 8:30 AM - 4:20 PM, fare NT$25, half fare NT$13 (children aged 7-12 and seniors 65 and older); children under 6 free. - Gangang Mountain Eye Park: 8:50 AM - 5:30 PM. * The shuttle bus operates every 20-30 minutes. During peak times, there may be delays; please be patient. * Groups of 15 or more are advised to fill out an online form in advance or contact Kaohsiung Bus hotline.
