Dawulun Fort Introduction
The Dawanglun Battery, located at the top of Dawanglun Mountain near Lover's Lake Park, is a strategic point on the route from Tamsui to Jinshan entering Keelung Road. It overlooks the mouth of the Masu River and the surrounding waters near Dawanglun Bay, serving a dual purpose of land and sea defense and is one of the batteries in the Keelung Fortress group. The Dawanglun Battery consists mainly of three parts: the access tunnel, the barracks area, and the parapet. The parapet is the most distinctive structure of the Dawanglun Battery, composed of a path and supporting walls that encircle the entire battery, demonstrating that it was jointly defended by artillery and infantry to protect against enemies coming both from the sea and land. Standing on the short wall to enjoy the surrounding views, one can see the beautiful scenery of Keelung Island, the fishing village of Waimaoshan, and the northern coast, making it a popular choice for wedding photography, enhancing its romantic charm. In addition, the parking lot of the Dawanglun Battery is one of the few stargazing spots close to the urban area that is easily accessible. Due to relatively low light pollution and its elevated location, visitors can enjoy a sky full of stars on clear nights, making it a secret base for many astronomy enthusiasts and photography lovers.
