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 that match the image of Maokong, are favorite subjects for many visitors to photograph. The adorable and amiable expressions of the stone cats have also earned them the nickname “Cat Kings.” Recently, the “Cat Kings” were maliciously vandalized when an unidentified person spat betel nut juice on their heads. Fortunately, the Department of Urban Development received the report and immediately dispatched personnel to handle the situation, completing the cleaning and restoration within 24 hours.
Maokong’s “Cat Kings” had betel nut juice spat on their heads. (Photo provided by / Taipei City Government Department of Public Works Bureau Department of Urban Development)
Personnel from the Department of Urban Development immediately began cleaning after being notified. (Photo provided by / Taipei City Government Department of Public Works Bureau Department of Urban Development)
It is common in tourist attractions and art exhibitions to find people randomly touching, pulling, or even damaging installation artworks, despite clear warning signs prohibiting such behavior. In recent years, whether it’s the Doraemon exhibition tour, JiMi Park, or Teddy Bear exhibitions, signs have reminded visitors “Please do not touch, pull, or climb,” yet people continue as they please—enthusiastically hugging, climbing, and pulling at various exhibited works just to capture the most creative photo. In popular scenic areas, it is also common to see various forms of “I was here” markings left on trees, rocks, buildings, and more.
Maokong’s “Cat Kings” restored to their usual brilliance. (Photo provided by / Taipei City Government Department of Public Works Bureau Department of Urban Development)
Please cherish all installation artworks and facilities at various 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 Department of Urban Development, stated that the public is welcome to take the Maokong Cable Car, walk the trails, and enjoy the flowers. While experiencing the rich traditional rural atmosphere, he also calls on citizens to demonstrate public spirit and care for the mountain forests, so that everyone can enjoy the unique mountain-city scenery of Maokong. Additionally, he hopes that when people see similar behaviors in various scenic areas and exhibition venues, they will remind one another, allowing more people to appreciate complete and beautiful artworks and scenic spots.
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