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Shihmen Reservoir
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Location：
TaoyuanState
Adderss ：
No. 34, Er Ping, Ta Ping Tsun, Longtan Township, T
Telephone：
03-4713740
Data Source ：
Tourism Bureau, Rep. of China.
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Historical Background： Situated midstream of Da-Han River between the town of Dasi and Longtan Village, the water source for Shihmen Reservoir comes from north of the Tapachien Mountain. Since 1964 when it was first opened to the public, Shihmen Reservoir has remained a top favorite on Taiwan sightseeing billboards. The reservoir is approximately 133 meters high, and has a conservation capacity for 680 thousand cubic meters of water. It has six water gates, and it also has a power generation plant, the Shihmen Dam and a circular walkway. The Shihmen Reservoir has been the most large scale water conservancy project to take place in southeast Asia. Erosion from nearby rivers have produced sheer precipices and soaring peaks in the area, so that the Reservoir not only provides water and generates power for northern Taiwan, its beautiful natural scenery serves as a tourist attraction as well. The maples of Shihmen Reservoir were originally planted for soil conservation. They are widely planted all across the reservoir, starting from the huo chi weir on the west side of the reservoir, and reaching towards the great dam itself. During maple season, not only is the overhead foliage a mass of glorious auburn, the ground is also carpeted with burning maple leaves. Walking along maple avenue pass Lan-Sheng Pavilion, one may reach the Moon-Viewing Pavilion, and the Plum Blossom Garden. The maples turn from red to gold in the winter, offering is a view that is equally stunning. Cultural Highlights： The Reservoir possesses beautiful scenery, and the view of the entire reservoir as seen from the dam is excellent. Shihmen fresh fish is another attraction for gourmets; the fish within the reservoir are fresh and tender, and just one single fish can be made into several dishes. During the pilling??of the dam, Pinglin Park is the best vantage point to view the torrents falling to a hundred meters below. During late autumn, the glorious maple forest stretches from the huo chi weir on the west side of the reservoir to the great dam itself, and the scene is mesmerizing for visitors. By walking along maple avenue pass Lan-Sheng Pavilion, one may reach the Moon-Viewing Pavilion, and the Plum Blossom Garden. The maples turn from red to gold in the winter, offering s scene that is equally stunning. The three-tiered pavilion within Pinglin Park is the best place for star watching, and for viewing the city lights at night. Lovers often stroll here, and enjoy the poetic and romantic atmosphere |
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Public Conveyance: Bus: Take Taoyuan buses leading to Shihmen Reservoir at Taoyuan City or Jhongli City Car: Drive down Longtan Interchange, go to Kan Ting along #113 Provincial Rd. |
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