Zengwen Reservoir Introduction
Zengwen Reservoir is the largest reservoir in Taiwan, located in Chiayi County. The water catchment area is integrated with the surrounding scenic area of Dapu Township. Notably, at Dapu Bridge, upstream of the Zengwen River along Provincial Highway 3, visitors can enjoy the majestic views of the Zengwen River Valley. Heading south along Highway 3, attractions include Lovers Park, Audona Mountain Resort, and Shanzhu Island, among others. There are also observation pavilions that offer stunning views of the grand scenery of Zengwen Reservoir and Da Ba Mountain. Visitors can take sightseeing boats to admire the layered hills and expansive waters, with breathtaking views of the lake and mountains, making it an important recreational area in Chiayi in recent years. The observation tower at Zengwen Reservoir is high and offers panoramic views of the lake. Adjacent to it is a visitor center equipped with multimedia presentations and images that introduce various facilities of the reservoir and provide tourism information as well as explanations about the ecological environment of the scenic area, making the trip to Zengwen more informative and enjoyable. On the other end of the reservoir, the Zengwen Youth Activity Center, which falls within Tainan City, is a pure white European-style building featuring a distinctive architecture called the "Eye of Zengwen," which has become a recognized new landmark of Zengwen Reservoir. The dam of the reservoir stands 133 meters high and is approximately 400 meters long. From the dam's top, the view of the picturesque landscape is refreshing, with lush green mountains and clear waters all around. The prominent sightseeing spots and special sites within include: 1. Zengwen Youth Activity Center 2. Bird Palace Garden 3. Southern Water Resources Bureau Office Area 4. East Entrance Camping Recreation Area 5. Streamside Recreational Area 6. Dam Landscape 7. Zengwen Mountain Hiking Trail 8. Lakeside Walking Path
