Dawulun Fort Introduction
The Dawu Lun Battery, located at the top of Dawu Lun Mountain near the Lover's Lake Park, is a vantage point on the route from Tamsui through Jinshan to Keelung. It offers a view overlooking the Matsu River and the nearby sea around Dawu Lun Bay, serving both land and sea defense missions. It is one of the batteries in the Keelung Fortress group. The Dawu Lun Battery consists mainly of three parts: the entrance pathway, the barracks area, and the gun platform with its outer rampart. The outer rampart is the most distinctive structure of the Dawu Lun Battery, constructed with a horse path and sub-walls that enclose the entire battery. This indicates that the Dawu Lun Battery was jointly garrisoned by artillery and infantry, capable of defending against enemies attacking from both the sea and land. Standing atop the short wall, one can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Keelung Islet, the fishing village of Waimaoshan Bay, and the picturesque North Coast. It is often a choice location for wedding photography, adding to its romantic allure. Furthermore, the parking area of Dawu Lun Battery is one of the few easily accessible stargazing spots not far from the city. With relatively low light pollution and its elevated position, it offers a spectacular view of the starry sky on clear nights, making it a secret base for many astronomy enthusiasts and photography lovers.
