Escape the hustle and bustle during the 228 holiday and unwind—take a nature-filled day trip in Kaohsiung

By / Scenic Spots Family Compilation Report
 
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected your original plans to travel abroad? Don’t worry—you can still relax with domestic travel. Make the most of the 228 holiday by taking your family or partner away from the crowds and immersing yourselves in the mountains and forests. Not only can you soothe your body and mind, but you’ll also boost your immunity.

Located in Meinong District, Kaohsiung, Zhongzheng Lake was built in the 13th year of the Qianlong reign during the Qing Dynasty and boasts a history of nearly 300 years. Here, you can enjoy panoramic views of the mountain ridgelines and crystal-clear lake waters, while the surrounding plant ecology is lush and vibrant. Additionally, from October each year until March of the following year, a large number of migratory birds—over 60 species—come to rest and stay, making it an ideal place for bird breeding and birdwatching.
 
Address: Meinong District, Kaohsiung City

The Tengzhi Sakura Native Tea Garden is a campsite that blends virgin forests with farmland. Its natural trails connect the Sakura Park and Tengzhi National Forest Recreation Area. The paths are covered with dense forest, allowing you to explore the woods along the small trails and even have a chance encounter with small animals, feeling the pulse of the pristine natural forest.
 
Address: No. 250-5, Baoshan Lane, Taoyuan District, Kaohsiung City

Spanning both the Alian District and Tianliao District, Dagang Mountain is a popular destination for hiking and outdoor activities during the day. At night, its elevated position offers a vast view where you can take in the undulating, rippling lights of Highway No. 3, making it one of the most popular spots to enjoy the night scenery on Dagang Mountain.
 
Address: Dagang Mountain Scenic Area, Alian District, Kaohsiung City

Zhongdu Wetland Park features three suspension bridges where visitors can stand and observe the mangrove ecosystem on the water’s surface. There’s also a central ecological bridge and a waterfront scenic area, where birds often skim over the water and gracefully perch along the shore. The park is home to numerous bird species, such as little egrets, purple swamphens, tree sparrows, and kingfishers. The pond bottom is also inhabited by mudskippers and fiddler crabs. You can sit nearby and enjoy an up-close connection with nature.
 
Address: Intersection of Tongmeng 3rd Road and Shiquan 3rd Road, Sanchong District, Kaohsiung City