Yanping Riverside Park Introduction
Taipei's Yanping Riverside Park is located between the Zhongxiao Bridge and the Yanping North Road Section 9, outside the levee near the Zhongzhou Pumping Station. This area served as a recreational space for Taipei residents in the 1940s. Yanping Riverside Park is situated near Zhongxiao Bridge and the end of Minsheng West Road, featuring a vast open area. Entering from the end of Nanjing West Road (No. 4), one can see a large expanse of lush trees, green grass, and shaded larger trees. This has historically been a garden for residents of the Datong District. In the early morning, the plaza often sees grandmothers dancing the folk dance and grandfathers practicing Tai Chi. At the water gate at the end of Nanjing West Road (No. 4), there is the "Yanping Temple," which remains a gathering place for local elders. The plaque inscribed with "Yiji year, last month" suggests it was built around 1905. Under the big offering table in the temple courtyard, the tiger statue appears ancient yet lively, seemingly witnessing the rise and fall of the local area. Outside the water gate at Minsheng West Road (No. 5) is the Dadaocheng Wharf. Upon entering the water gate, one can see colorful Tangshan sailboats, elegantly arched bridges, and a blue highway ferry terminal, which currently offers water routes to Guandu or Bali, allowing visitors to experience a different charm compared to road travel. The Dadaocheng Wharf (No. 5 water gate) features a blue highway ferry terminal, a café plaza, and Tangshan sailboats. Riding bicycles north along the river, one is accompanied by the scenery of Yangmingshan and the sunset over the Tamsui River; the leisurely vibe starkly contrasts with the bustling traffic on the bridges. Cyclists can also visit nearby cultural heritage sites, including Dadaocheng, Dihua Street, Xiahai City God Temple, Taipei Confucius Temple, Dalongdong Bao'an Temple, and Yongle Market, giving them a glimpse into the former splendor of Dadaocheng.
