Giant tree frogs and Mikado pheasants turn into slides — the aesthetically pleasing 235 Children’s Park next to the National Palace Museum Southern Branch

Text & Photos /Hu Hu Long Long and Zhen Taifei

Playing in the park can also help cultivate an appreciation for art??? Just which park is this amazing? With giant tree frog slides, Mikado pheasant-shaped play equipment, black-faced spoonbill slides, and more — all free to enjoy. Today, we’re introducing the new 235 Playground[235 Children’s Park].

This children’s park in Chiayi County last year saw the Cultural Affairs Bureau invite artist Liu Baicun to install the public artworks “Wandering Among Sacred Trees” and “Dance of Life.” Art was used to create children’s play equipment, combining Chiayi’s geographical ecology and local characteristics so that kids can develop an aesthetic sense while having fun. This giant tree frog is absolutely adorable, with both its colors and shape incredibly eye-catching. Although 235 Children’s Park is a bit off the beaten path, it’s close to the National Palace Museum Southern Branch, so we’re sure it will soon attract many visitors.

The tree frog’s big belly can even be slid down for fun. Too bad when we arrived, the Hu Long brothers were already fast asleep, so Zhen Taifei could only play and take photos for herself to have some fun.

Climb the stairs to embark on a grand adventure inside the belly of the Zhuluo tree frog.

It’s cute from whichever angle you look at it.

There are currently four large artistic play structures in 235 Children’s Park. The park is also quite spacious, and there’s another area with regular slides you can play on. This particular play structure is probably one of the newest additions. There weren’t any signage nearby yet, and the little yellow bird’s swing chair still couldn’t move. Maybe it’ll be more fun if you come back in a few days.

Mikado pheasant play equipment — it’s a bird native to Chiayi County and one of the endangered precious species.

It’s the first time seeing children’s play equipment that’s so artistic. The curvy design makes it even more fun.

After climbing the pole, walk across the little bridge inside the belly of the Mikado pheasant.

This play structure also lets kids climb and play to their hearts’ content.

When you’re tired of playing, there’s a pavilion to rest and take shelter from the sun. And behind the pavilion is another large park area, perfect for bringing a picnic mat in the afternoon for some family time.

Black-faced spoonbill play equipment — a protected bird species that migrates to wetlands to spend the winter.

Bringing kids to 235 Children’s Park isn’t just about play and cultivating an aesthetic sense; it’s also a lesson in ecological conservation. Today the Hu Long brothers skipped class, but they can make up for it next time.

This black-faced spoonbill play structure not only has a slide but also a sandbox. It’s really amazing. The gray-toned sandbox perfectly evokes the feel of a wetland habitat.

Kids who want to play in the sand should remember to bring their own digging tools. The park is quite large, though a bit out of the way. But the good news is it’s near the National Palace Museum Southern Branch, so it can easily be part of a one-day trip.

The evening sunset shining over 235 Children’s Park feels exceptionally peaceful and beautiful.

235 Children’s Park offers both fun and art education. The three large ecological conservation-themed play structures are super eye-catching. Why not plan a cultural, leisure, and entertainment trip to Chiayi when you have time?

Zhen Taifei, who lives in the boys’ dormitory — [the elder brother is the Year of the Tiger, the younger the Year of the Dragon] — shares moments of parenting life with everyone. Blog　Facebook Fan Page