Biyuan Introduction
Biyuan Park, located on the hillside northeast of Wusha Village, is a recreational park set against the mountains. The park is filled with Acacia trees and Melia azedarach trees, and it features representative local plants such as Hibiscus mutabilis, Phyllanthus emblica, and Lycoris radiata. The lush greenery is particularly rich in ferns, making it the most important plant ecological park in all of Beigan. Inside the park stands a solemn memorial tower for military personnel who died in the line of duty, built in 1960, which commemorates the sacrifices of soldiers defending the Matsu area. In recent years, after renovations funded by the Matsu National Scenic Area Administration, the facilities have been improved, with the addition of simple trails, pavilions, stairs, and observation platforms for visitors to relax and enjoy. Chinese-style bridges and pavilions add an elegant touch in this serious setting. When passing through this area, it is recommended to take the four sets of stone stairs up, where lush trees provide shade and a cool respite. Not only can visitors enjoy the summer breeze, but they can also admire the sea views and plant ecology, achieving multiple pleasures in one visit! Although Biyuan Park is primarily composed of artificial vegetation, the interplay of natural succession and germination of underground seed banks has resulted in a unique and rich variety of plant species. According to botanist Kuo Cheng-Meng's survey, there are at least 314 species across 97 plant families on Beigan Island, and at least 128 species from 61 families can be found in Biyuan Park. Notably, the round-leaved fern, commonly known as the rabbit foot fern, is a rare plant found only in the Beigan area, with a substantial population present in Biyuan Park. Entering Biyuan Park, one frequently encounters lush greenery with various beautiful and approachable plants at every turn.
