Ermei Lake Introduction
Located at the junction of Fuxing Village and Huguang Village in Emei Township, Hsinchu County, Emei Lake features an expansive and beautiful landscape of lake and mountains. It is also home to the first reservoir in the country designed and built by locals—Dapu Reservoir—making it a site rich in natural resources and cultural significance. In the past, to facilitate transportation for nearby residents, five suspension bridges were constructed across Emei Lake. Although only one remains—the Ximaopu Suspension Bridge, which connects the Shierliao Leisure Park and Fuxing Old Street—the bridge adorned with tung flower decorations has become a symbol of Emei Lake, offering breathtaking views that draw many visitors. Upon arriving at Emei Lake, one can overlook the lake's scenery from the suspension bridge or stroll along the lakeside trail, quietly admiring the ecology of water birds such as egrets and night herons. The blooming of tabebuia flowers in March and April, along with the sight of cormorants passing through in autumn and winter, adds to the beauty of the area. To express gratitude to the local gentleman, Mr. Yu Jinku, for his assistance in trail construction, there is a section called "Uncle Yu's Bridge" along the way. Exploring More Around Emei Lake, there are many nearby attractions worth savoring, including the Maitreya Buddha of the Cultural World of Nature, Fuxing Old Street, which preserves the history of tea production, as well as the Shierliao Leisure Agriculture Area and the Shierliao Hiking Trail, all of which are great places to visit after exploring Emei Lake.
