Guandu Riverside Park Introduction
Guandu’s name comes from the Spanish word "Casidor," which was adapted to "Guandu" due to the Japanese omitting the "S" in pronunciation. In ancient times, Guandu was a center for sulfur production and export. In 1895, it served as a military stronghold with artillery installations and was even attacked by meteors, with remnants of suspected meteorites still located at the Guangdu Elementary School Ciji Branch. Guandu Riverside Park is expansive, featuring pedestrian walkways and bike paths. Guandu Wharf is also one of the departure points for the "Blue Highway," with boat routes to Dadaocheng Wharf in Taipei, Tamsui Old Street, Bali’s left bank, and Fisherman's Wharf. From the bike path along the Guandu Riverside, visitors can head north to Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf or south along the Keelung River to Shezi Island, creating a scenic route. This area offers rich intertidal ecological research opportunities, with distinct appearances and views in the afternoon, dusk, and nighttime. Particularly notable are the riverside scenery of the Tamsui River, the beautiful dusk view of Guanyin Mountain in Bali, and the dazzling landscape lights at the wharf after dark.
