Qingshui Rock Recreational Area Introduction
Qingshuiyan Recreation Area is a famous attraction in Shetou, Changhua. In addition to the elegant and quaint Qingshuiyan Temple, there is a rich natural ecology park that attracts large numbers of visitors for pilgrimage, whether on weekdays or weekends. Qingshuiyan Temple has a history of 277 years (established in the 6th year of the Yongzheng reign of the Qing Dynasty, 1728 AD) and enshrines the Three Treasures Buddha and Guanyin Bodhisattva, along with other deities such as Qingshui Ancestor and Zusheng Niangniang. Because of the clear spring water beside the temple and the beautiful surrounding scenery, it is known as "Qingshui Spring Light" and is one of the "Eight Scenic Spots of Changhua City." In the right front yard of the temple, there is a natural sweet dew spring, which is ranked among the three famous springs of the Japanese occupation period, along with the Beitou Longevity Spring and Taitung Beautiful Spring, providing water for the public. A small square well with the inscription "Only I Know Contentment" is established beside the spring water, reminding believers that the spring water is not easy to obtain and to appreciate the source of their drinking water. Additionally, Qingshuiyan Temple features an elegant garden building, surrounded by flowing water and small bridges, with the Chun Guang Pavilion situated within the garden. After visiting the garden, visitors can walk to the pavilion to take in the beautiful spring scenery of Qingshuiyan. The Qingshuiyan Ecology Exhibition Center, located next to Qingshuiyan Temple, showcases hundreds of precious insect specimens. With detailed text explanations, it helps visitors understand the importance of ecological conservation; furthermore, on the other side of Qingshuiyan Temple, the "Qingshuiyan Ecological Park" not only plants a variety of butterfly nectar sources and herbivorous plants but also widely cultivates wax trees, creating a conservation area for the kabutomushi (Japanese rhinoceros beetle), making it a great choice for promoting environmental education in schools and organizations. To allow tourists to deeply experience local ecological culture and the development of cultural and creative industries, the Qingshuiyan Ecological Cultural and Creative Association has planned various interesting DIY experiences and ecological tours, such as leaf printing, creative shaped buns, and fresh guava picking, aiming to combine education with entertainment, ensuring that visiting tourists have a fulfilling experience.
