The "Uncle Cat" of Maokong and the betel nut juice face wash – has our courtesy always been so warm?
Last updated 2026-09-26 — Two stone cats located opposite the Maokong Cable Car Station, with their cute designs matching the image of Maokong, have become favorite subjects for many visitors. The endearing and simple expressions of these stone cats have also earned them the nickname...
Written by / MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Department
The two stone cats located opposite the Maokong Cable Car Station, with their cute designs matching the image of Maokong, have become favorite subjects for many visitors. The endearing and simple expressions of these stone cats have also earned them the nickname “Uncle Cat.” Recently, an unidentified person maliciously spat betel nut juice on the head of “Uncle Cat,” causing damage. Fortunately, the Department of Urban Development was alerted and immediately dispatched personnel to handle the situation, completing the cleaning and rescue work within 24 hours.
Maokong’s “Uncle Cat” had betel nut juice spat on its head. (Photo provided / Taipei City Government Department of Public Works Bureau, Urban Development Office)
Personnel from the Urban Development Office began cleaning immediately after being informed. (Photo provided / Taipei City Government Department of Public Works Bureau, Urban Development Office)
It is common in tourist attractions and art exhibitions to see people arbitrarily touching, pulling, or even damaging installation art and facilities. Even though clear warning signs prohibit such behavior, many visitors still ignore them. In recent years, whether at Doraemon touring exhibitions, Jimmy Liao Parks, or Teddy Bear exhibitions, signs reading “Please do not touch, pull, or climb” have been put up, yet people continue as they please — hugging, climbing, or pulling at various exhibits just to capture the most creative photo. In popular scenic areas, it is also commonplace to find “I was here” graffiti on trees, rocks, buildings, and more.
Maokong’s “Uncle Cat” regains its usual shine. (Photo provided / Taipei City Government Department of Public Works Bureau, Urban Development Office)
Please cherish the installation art and all facilities in exhibition venues and scenic spots, so that more visitors can come with joy and leave with satisfaction. (Photo provided / David Chen)
Huang Liyuan, Director of the Urban Development Office, stated that visitors are welcome to take the Maokong Cable Car, walk the trails, and enjoy the blossoms. While experiencing the rich atmosphere of traditional rural life, he also called on citizens to demonstrate public spirit and care for the mountains and forests, allowing everyone to enjoy the unique mountain-city scenery of Maokong. In addition, he hopes that when people witness similar behaviors in scenic areas and exhibition venues, they will remind one another, so that more individuals can appreciate intact and beautiful artworks and natural sights.
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