By MOOK Travel Life NetworkEditorial Department
The Calla Lily Season at Zhuzihu is about to begin, and this area in Beitou District features a rich variety of natural ecological landscapes. The Department of Land has transformed the managed industrial roads in the region by developing scenic spots and upgrading road infrastructure, incorporating local characteristics to create diverse attractions. Chen Sheng-yi, Chief Engineer of the Department of Land Engineering, stated that this year the department has developed several new attractions in Zhuzihu, such as the Calla Lily Pavilion at the Shuimei Bridgehead on Calla Lily Avenue and the Calla Lily Pedestrian Bridge. These not only improve pedestrian and vehicle safety but also serve as great spots to pause and enjoy the scenery.
With the arrival of the Calla Lily Season, the romantic and picturesque scenes are perfect for couples to capture sweet memories. (Image source / from the Calla Lily Season Facebook page)
A heart-shaped art installation adds a romantic touch to the “Black Forest.” (Image source / from the official website of the Department of Land Engineering, Taipei City Government)
Visitors to Zhuzihu are first greeted by calla lily-shaped guardrails—an aesthetic yet safety-conscious design that replaces the previously dull and rigid Jersey barriers, making the roads more lively and visually appealing. Additionally, in the famous wedding photography spot known as the “Black Forest,” with its towering straight cedar trees, the Department of Land has installed a heart-shaped art piece symbolizing pure love. Chen Yan-cheng, Senior Engineer of the Road and Trail Section at the Department of Land Engineering, noted that this oversized heart adds a fairytale-like romantic ambiance, attracting many couples to take photos and create cherished memories. In the future, more attractions such as the Green Maple Trail and the restoration field of Penglai rice will be completed, along with ongoing enhancements to the landscape of industrial roads in the area.
The “Black Forest” is a well-known wedding photography location. (Image source / from the official website of the Department of Land Engineering, Taipei City Government)
Cao Chang-zheng, the village chief of Hutanli, mentioned that the industrial roads managed by the Department of Land within Zhuzihu each have their own unique charm. For example, the main route of Zhuzihu features a cherry blossom avenue stretching for miles—whether it’s the breathtaking sight of thousands of pink blossoms in full bloom or the romantic scene of petals gently falling, it captivates all who visit. The branch route of Zhuzihu, home to the popular calla lily fields, remains the most densely visited section. Along the way, numerous specialty restaurants allow visitors to savor fresh mountain vegetables while enjoying the local stream ecology and terraced field views. Walking along the riverside trail in the top lake area of Zhuzihu offers distant views of the sulfur vapor rising from Xiaoyoukeng, immersing you in a mystical and romantic atmosphere.
As the sun sets, Xiaoyoukeng is bathed in a warm golden glow. (Image source / from the official website of the Department of Land Engineering, Taipei City Government)
For transportation, visitors can take bus Xiao-9 or transfer to bus 131 at Yangmingshan Park and get off at Shuimei Bridge, easily immersing themselves in the ethereal and romantic ambiance of Taipei’s “back garden” and experiencing the four-season charm of Zhuzihu.
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