By MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Team
The two stone cats located opposite the Maokong Gondola Station, with their adorable designs that match the image of Maokong, have become favorite photo subjects for many visitors. Their cute and endearing expressions have also earned them the affectionate nickname “Cat Uncle.” Recently, “Cat Uncle” was maliciously vandalized when an unknown person spat betel nut juice on its head. Fortunately, the Department of Urban Development was notified promptly and dispatched personnel to handle the situation, completing the cleaning and restoration within 24 hours.
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Maokong’s “Cat Uncle” had betel nut juice spat on its head. (Photo provided by Taipei City – Department of Public Works, Bureau of Urban Development)
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Personnel from the Bureau of Urban Development immediately began cleaning upon receiving the report. (Photo provided by Taipei City – Department of Public Works, Bureau of Urban Development)
It is common in tourist attractions and art exhibitions to see people arbitrarily touching, pulling, or even damaging installations and facilities. Even though warning signs clearly prohibit such behavior, many visitors continue to ignore them. In recent years, whether at the Doraemon exhibition tours, Jimmy Liao Parks, or Teddy Bear exhibitions, signs have reminded the public “Please do not touch, pull, or climb,” yet people still hug, climb, and pull on various exhibits just to capture the most creative photos. In popular scenic areas, it is also not uncommon to see people leaving marks such as “I was here” on trees, rocks, or buildings in various ways.
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Maokong’s “Cat Uncle” has regained its usual luster. (Photo provided by Taipei City – Department of Public Works, Bureau of Urban Development)
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Please cherish the installation artworks and all facilities in exhibition venues and scenic spots, so that more visitors can come with joy and leave with satisfaction. (Photo provided by David Chen)
Huang Liyuan, Director of the Bureau of Urban Development, stated that visitors are welcome to take the Maokong Gondola, walk the trails, and enjoy the flowers. While experiencing the rich traditional rural atmosphere, he also calls on citizens to uphold public ethics and care for the mountain forests, so that everyone can enjoy the unique mountain-city scenery of Maokong. Additionally, he hopes that all visitors will remind one another when witnessing similar behavior in scenic areas and exhibition venues, allowing more people to appreciate the complete and beautiful artworks and natural landscapes.
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