Harbor Suspension Bridge Introduction
Gangkou Village is the gateway to Manjhou Township, with Gangkou Creek and the Gangkou Suspension Bridge as its important landmarks. If you want to admire the charming indigenous scenery of Gangkou Creek, the Gangkou Bridge is known as the longest pedestrian suspension bridge. Standing on the bridge, visitors can see the magnificent ocean view where the creek meets the sea. Every morning and evening, the changes in the clouds can be observed from the bridge, creating a breathtaking scene where water and sky merge. In winter, when rainfall decreases, the creek becomes known as Meikou Creek, as the stream is covered by a large sandbar near its mouth. In the past, crossing the suspension bridge was free of charge, but it is now managed by the Manjhou Township Office. To maintain the surrounding environment, a cleaning fee of 10 NTD is required before crossing the bridge, with the collected fee being used to support local children's education. The Banyan Park is located within the "Kenting National Park Forestry Research Institute Gangkou Station." The Banyan, also known as Ficus benjamina, gets its name from its grey-white trunk and aerial roots. The Banyan belongs to the Moraceae family and thrives in low-altitude, humid primary forests, predominantly in the southern Kenting area. Its shape resembles that of the common banyan tree, with leaves that can reach up to 14 centimeters, featuring more developed aerial and prop roots. In a humid growth environment, the Banyan absorbs moisture from the air through its aerial roots, which grow rapidly to the ground and gradually thicken into prop roots. Over a long period, a single Banyan tree can produce countless prop roots, forming a vast landscape that makes it difficult to differentiate which branch is the main trunk, hence the name "Banyan Grove," covering an area of over 800 square meters, with 300 to 400 aerial roots, making for a spectacular sight that can sometimes make one mistakenly think there are many Banyan trees. The Banyan Park does not have fixed opening hours and vehicle access to the station is restricted, so it is recommended to contact the research institute in advance if you wish to visit.
The red and white striped body of the harbor suspension bridge.
Suspension Bridge Trail
