Jiufen Ershan Earthquake Memorial Park Introduction
The epicenter of the 921 earthquake that shook all of Taiwan features remarkable geological wonders such as the leaning house, landslides that occurred in an instant, and dammed lakes, allowing visitors to experience the unparalleled force of nature. The collapse of a large amount of earth and rock blocked two valleys, resulting in the creation of two natural dammed lakes, now named Sezikin Lake and Jiu Tsai Lake. After the 921 earthquake, the topography underwent dramatic changes, and the current Jiufen Ershan has become a well-known teaching resource for earthquakes. While it is also a tourist attraction, the visitors who come here naturally realize the power and ruthlessness of nature. ◎Leaning House: The local resident's house, belonging to the Zhu family, has tilted due to ground movement. Upon entering this house, the conflict between the inner ear, which controls body balance, and normal visual experiences, along with the experience of gravity, causes a slight feeling of dizziness. The local residents explain this phenomenon as a result of a special magnetic field within the house, thus calling it the "Magnetic Field House." ◎Dammed Lakes: Two dammed lakes formed by rocks and soil from the earthquake blocking the Jiu Tsai Lake stream and Sezikin stream, with the aquatic ecosystem gradually taking shape. ◎Epicenter: The earthquake created a large cavity in the area, resembling the result of an explosion occurring beneath the surface layers.
