Guandu Riverside Park Introduction
The name Guandu comes from the Spanish word "Casidor," and it was changed to "Guandu" because the Japanese pronunciation omitted the "S." In ancient times, Guandu was a sulfur production and export center. In 1895, it served as a military fortress with artillery, and it was also attacked by meteorites, leaving what are believed to be meteorite remnants at the Guandu Elementary School's self-reliance branch. Guandu Riverside Park covers a vast area and features pedestrian pathways and bike lanes, while Guandu Wharf is one of the boarding points for the "Blue Highway," with routes leading to Dadaocheng Wharf in Taipei, Tamsui Old Street, Bali Left Bank, and Fisherman's Wharf. From the bike path along the Guandu Riverside, one can head north to Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf or south along the Keelung River to Shezi Island, linking a beautiful scenic route. Here, there is a rich intertidal ecosystem to observe and study, with various appearances and sceneries in the afternoon, dusk, and at night, particularly the riverside views of the Tamsui River, the evening scenery of Guanyin Mountain in Bali, and the dazzling landscape lights on the wharf after dark.
