Bagua Mountain Ecological Visitor Center and Grey-faced Buzzard Exhibition Hall Introduction
The Bagua Mountain Range Ecological Visitor Center not only provides an in-depth introduction to the geological, environmental, and biological ecological resources of the Bagua Mountain Range, but it also features one of the area's biggest ecological highlights: the return of the gray-faced buzzard eagle from its southern breeding grounds around the spring equinox in March. As a result, the Taroko National Park has transformed the Bagua Mountain Range Ecological Visitor Center into the nation's first gray-faced buzzard eagle-themed exhibition hall, and it is the first environmental education facility in Taiwan to be certified with a focus on the gray-faced buzzard eagle. The gray-faced buzzard eagle is a raptor known for its strong predatory nature. Every spring, around the time of the spring equinox and the Qingming Festival, these eagles return north from the south to their breeding grounds, temporarily resting in locations like the Bagua Mountain Scenic Area. This has earned them nicknames like "South Road Eagle," "Qingming Bird," and "Tomb-Sweeping Bird." During this time each year, the "Eagle Soaring in Bagua" event is held, inviting the public to enjoy eagle watching. The features of the gray-faced buzzard eagle-themed exhibition hall are abundant, filled with elements dedicated to the eagle from top to bottom. The exterior showcases a paper relief sculpture of the gray-faced buzzard eagle created by local artist Wang Zhenwen, complemented by a large steel sculpture of the eagle. Inside, there are AR and VR interactive experiences in the first-floor exhibition area, as well as raptor introduction zones, allowing visitors to feel the impact of the gray-faced buzzard eagle as soon as they enter the "Gray-faced Buzzard Eagle Theme Hall." Rich tourism resources and educational content are also available. Besides the gray-faced buzzard eagle installation art, the center includes an interactive wall with travel information about the Bagua Mountain, an ecological and cultural exhibition of the gray-faced buzzard eagle, a geological display area of the Bagua Mountain Range, and explanations of various plant species. Visitors are welcome to arrange a visit during their journey, not only to obtain travel resources but also to embark on an ecological tour of the Bagua Mountain Range. Accessibility features include: - Accessible restroom: 1 - Accessible parking space: 1 car - Accessible ramps: 4 - Wheelchair loan service: 1 unit
