Qianshan Park Introduction
Qianshan Park is located in the Yangmingshan area, adjacent to the eastern side of Shamao Mountain, the Yangmingshan bus terminal, and the Teacher Training Center. It is an important tourist attraction on the outskirts of Taipei City, covering an area of approximately 38,328 square meters. The park boasts a rich landscape, featuring views of Shamao Mountain and Qixing Mountain. During the Japanese colonial period, streams from the western slope of Zhongshan Lou, located under Qixing Mountain, were introduced and flow through the park, gathering into Yangming Lake, which reflects the beautiful scenery of Qixing Mountain. The lakeside has free public restrooms for men and women, making it very popular among the public as a prime spot for cherry blossom viewing in spring, summer retreats, autumn gatherings, and maple leaf appreciation in winter. Qianshan No. 4 Park is designed with the concept of the rounded volcanic structure of Shamao Mountain, creatively utilizing the wisteria flowers that grow well in Yangmingshan to create a landscape that echoes the shape of Shamao Mountain. The green hill serves as a new entrance image for Yangmingshan. When the wisteria blooms, visitors can be enchanted by the romantic purple scenery while walking through the area. Qianshan No. 3 Park is located in Lane 38, Section 1, Yangming Road. When the cherry blossoms and azaleas bloom in the park, it resembles a paradise far away from the dust of the city. Qianshan No. 1 Park - The Panliu Area is situated next to the Teacher Center and has renovated the heart-shaped pond and the shady Biyue Lake relaxation area, along with foot baths and several mountain spring water channels interwoven with volcanic rock from Yangmingshan. The scenic stones along the stream were specially guided by Japan's national treasure-level mason, Kijitsu Oguchi, to achieve a stunning contrast between old and new rocks, allowing visitors to appreciate the beautiful scenery of lush forests and waters. Qianshan No. 2 Park - Yangming Lake Area, located across the road from the Panliu Area, features water flowing under Shamao Bridge that collects into a lake. In addition to the renovation of free public restrooms for men and women, two new foot bath pools have been added, allowing visitors to soak their feet while enjoying the beautiful reflection of Shamao Mountain in the lake, along with the unique sight of blooming water lilies in winter. Along Shamao Road, a strip of andesite rock benches has been installed by the lakeside for resting while admiring the magnificent mountain shapes of Penglai Island and Qixing Mountain. This renovation project restores the edge of Yangming Lake to a natural pool appearance, with grass and stones gently extending into the water. New saplings of green maples and cherry blossoms by the lake enhance the natural elegance. After dredging, the water of Yangming Lake displays a rare dreamlike azure hue, creating a symphony between the mountains and waters. (Source: Taipei City Government Public Works Department Park and Road Lighting Project Management Office)
