Vast fields of silvergrass turn the former mining site white — Jinguashi is the best time to admire the grass.

▲ Visitors to Jinguashi can now admire vast fields of silvergrass blooming across the former mining hills. (Photo / Provided by New Taipei City’s Gold Ecological Park)

Reported by Tsai Wen-jun / Comprehensive report

Nowadays, at the Shuinsen Tunnel in Jinguashi, the entire former mining area is enveloped by a sea of silvergrass blossoms. The stunning sight of these silver waves swaying in the wind atop the mountains has drawn many photography enthusiasts and hikers to explore the area. The Gold Ecological Park, located halfway up the mountain, is an ideal spot to enjoy the silvergrass blooms.

The Gold Ecological Park, which houses a massive 220.3-kilogram pure gold brick, the former mining transport system of Jinguashi, as well as mining tools and cultural relics, not only allows visitors to revisit the historical and cultural legacy of the mining industry but also offers a breathtaking view of the silvergrass in full bloom atop the hills above the museum. The classic museum stands vibrantly amidst the silvergrass valleys, creating a picturesque scene where nature and history blend seamlessly.

The Gold Ecological Park noted that, situated on a mountainside, it offers views of Keelung’s Beauty Mountain to the left, Teapot Mountain to the right, and the Gold Shrine and Rhinoceros Mountain to the rear. The ‘Gold Museum’ also serves as a junction for various hiking trails, allowing visitors to climb higher for panoramic views. As the silvergrass season draws to a close, come here to listen to the enduring golden tales of the mines while admiring the beautiful silvergrass scenery.