Emei Lake Introduction
Emei Lake, located at the junction of Fuxing Village and Huguang Village in Emei Township, Hsinchu County, features a vast and beautiful landscape of lake and mountain scenery. It is also home to the Dapu Reservoir, the first water reservoir in Taiwan designed and constructed by locals. This spot is rich in natural resources and cultural atmosphere. In the past, to facilitate transportation for nearby residents, five suspension bridges were built across Emei Lake; today, only the Ximaopu Suspension Bridge remains, connecting the Shierliao Leisure Park and Fuxing Old Street. The bridge towers adorned with tung flowers, along with the picturesque views of Emei Lake visible from the suspension bridge, have become iconic elements of the lake and a must-visit attraction for travelers. Visitors can deeply experience the beauty of Emei Lake by not only enjoying the view from the suspension bridge but also strolling along the lakeside trail to quietly observe the ecology of water birds such as herons and night herons. From March to April, the blooming of The Golden Shower Trees and the sight of cormorants passing by in autumn and winter add to the beauty of the area. To express gratitude to the local gentleman Yu Jinkui for his assistance in the trail construction, there is a section of the trail dedicated to "Uncle Yu's Bridge." Exploring more attractions around Emei Lake, you can find several worthwhile spots to enjoy, including the Maitreya Buddha in the World of Nature and Culture, the Fuxing Old Street which retains traces of past tea-making, as well as the Shierliao Leisure Agricultural Area and the Shierliao Hiking Trail, all of which are excellent places to visit after exploring Emei Lake.
