Dawulun Fort Introduction
The DaguLun Fort, located at the top of DaguLun Mountain near Lover's Lake Park, serves as a strategic high point on the route from Tamsui through Jinshan to Keelung. It offers a view of the Maizhu River and the sea near DaguLun Bay, fulfilling both land and sea defense roles as one of the forts in the Keelung Fortress artillery group. The fort consists of three main parts: the barracks area, the DaguLun gun platform, and the outer wall of the parapet, with the outer wall being the most distinctive structure. Composed of a mule path and subsidiary walls, it surrounds the entire fort, indicating that DaguLun Fort was jointly defended by artillery and infantry, capable of fending off threats from both the sea and land. Climbing onto the parapet provides a panoramic view of the surrounding beauty, including Keelung Island, Waimushan Fishing Village, and the scenic coastline, making it a popular choice for wedding photography, adding to its romantic charm. Additionally, the DaguLun Fort parking lot is one of the few stargazing spots that is conveniently accessible from the city. With relatively low light pollution and its elevated position, clear weather allows for a breathtaking view of the starry sky, making it a secret base for many stargazers and photography enthusiasts.
