With the arrival of spring, azaleas are in full bloom, and together with hydrangeas, buddleias, dahlias, and lavenders, Taipei becomes enshrouded in romantic shades of pink. With Daan Forest Park as the event venue, the festival comprises of music concerts, reading tours, and handicraft classes that are held in conjunction with the surrounding businesses of the South Town Area.

Visitors are encouraged to enjoy the music and view the beautiful flowers at the “Floral Picnic,” a perfect event for family outings. A series of cultural events and art fairs injects the city with new warmth and vibrancy this spring.

Please visit   Flowers in Taipei website for more information.

It cultivates more than 800 varieties and over 5,000 rose plants from around the world. Visitors can enjoy different varieties of roses throughout the year, indulging in a feast for both the eyes and the senses of smell. The garden features several themed areas, including the “Secret Garden,” “Colorful Rose Garden,” “Breeders’ Garden,” “Sea of Flowers Area,” and “Variety Area.”

With its romantic European-style landscape, it has become a must-visit dating destination for couples.

Please visit   Flowers in Taipei website for more information.

The Shilin Residence Tulip Festival features more than 100,000 tulips from the Netherlands and Japan, arranged into exquisite floral fields that have turned the park into a popular Instagram-worthy site. 

Visitors can delight in the romantic beauty of tulips in temperate climates without having to travel abroad.

Please find more information on  Flowers in Taipei Website.

The hillside landscape is meticulously designed with tiers of grass and flowers to create an image of the great-crested vulture when viewed from an elevated position. More than 16,000 lavenders are in full bloom, accompanied by layers of sage and nasturtium, creating a cascading floral tapestry reminiscent of the Shikisai-no-Oka flower fields in Hokkaido.

The Shan-Tseng-Chi Park has become “Taiwan’s version of Furano,” drawing visitors all over the island to enjoy the spectacular view.

Please visit  Flowers in Taipei website for more information.

Ming-Shen Kao, Chief of the Public Works Section, New Construction Office, Public Works Department, Taipei City Government, stated that Taipei Municipal Lixing Elementary School was established in 1988. Nearby are Jingmei Girls High School and the Examination Yuan, and the school is also close to excellent institutions of higher education such as National Chengchi University and Shih Hsin University, making it one of Taipei City’s thriving cultural and educational areas. However, since the school was founded, physical constraints, including a limited campus area and a lack of indoor activity and semi-outdoor activity spaces for students, have significantly affected school development, further underscoring the urgency of constructing the new activity center. Accordingly, the Taipei City Government has proposed a plan to construct a new activity center, including a one-level underground parking facility and a five-story above-ground facility comprising an activity center, a swimming pool, an activity platform, and kindergarten classrooms, with the expectation of building a multifunctional activity center building as the foundation for the school’s future all-round campus development and to meet the kindergarten’s teaching needs.

Shih-Chen Tian, director of the Zhongzheng Office of the Public Works Section, New Construction Office, stated that Hsuyuan Kuo Architects & Associates were commissioned to carry out the design and construction supervision for this project. As the Taipei Municipal Li Xing Primary School site lies on the boundary of Muzha and Wenshan District, it is hoped that this activity center will in the future become Wenshan District’s new living hub, as well as a “public living room” where the city and natural landscape intersect, and will echo the four visions of Taipei Municipal Li Xing Primary School, guided by the principle of putting true knowledge into action: “Sincerity: Care and Inclusivity”, “Knowledge: Respect for Virtue and Diligence in Learning”, “Dedication: Pursuit of Excellence”, and “Action: Enthusiasm and Vitality”. The new activity center’s spatial planning includes an activity center, sports courts, a swimming pool, an activity platform, kindergarten classrooms, and parking spaces; by leveraging the diversity and variety of activity spaces, it will provide students with a diversified learning environment and meet the school’s future needs. In design, the campus activity spaces will be extended to a large activity platform, linked with the riverside environment to create diverse and varied activity venues, and a long-span steel structural system will be adopted to create, in an economically efficient manner, a free and flexible activity center and swimming pool, while the greenbelt along the Jingmei River will be extended into the campus environment to create a friendly, naturally ventilated green building environment, together creating a friendly campus for diverse learning.

Shih-Chen Tian explained that this project commenced on April 22, 2024, and that the topping-out ceremony held on January 19, 2026 is an important phased achievement of the project; the overall project is expected to be completed in 2027, and it is hoped that, after completion, it will realize the school’s educational vision, create a new highlight of Taipei City’s education and promote the distinctive development of the community, providing all faculty and students and community residents with a high quality, sustainable, friendly, and safe space for teaching and activities.

In addition to the spring scenery of the mountains and the “Flower Clock” of Yangmingshan, visitors will also be surrounded by a variety of cherry blossoms, including Yamazakura, Kanzakura, Yaezakura, Shōwazakura, and Yoshino cherry blossoms, as well as the Hirado and Golden Azalea blooming in the woods. Hike up the mountain or go for an outing to catch a glimpse of this beautiful flower festival.

Please view more information on Flowers in Taipei website.

Please see more information on Flowers in Taipei website.

Thanks to the unique natural climate and slightly acidic soil, it has become an ideal environment for thousands of camellias to grow. Many “early-blooming camellia” varieties begin blooming at the first hint of winter, forming a beautiful floral tunnel.

With the sunlight gleaming through branches and petals falling to the ground, you will feel as if transported to a beautiful scene in a movie. Come admire the elegant bonsai plants and experience this unique camellia forest for yourself.

Please visit Flowers in Taipei website for more information.

According to Chief Engineer Wu Zai-Qin of the New Construction Office, in line with the city government’s efforts to enhance overall traffic conditions in the Neihu Technology Park area, a new on-ramp has been constructed within the Neihu Sports Park to address congestion at the Tiding Boulevard connection to the northbound National Freeway No. 1. This newly added on-ramp merges directly onto Jiuzong Road, leading to the freeway entrance, significantly reducing travel distance and wait times. By enabling earlier traffic diversion from Tiding Boulevard, the new on-ramp allows vehicles to reach the freeway more efficiently. By reducing traffic on Tiding Boulevard, it is hoped that traffic will be dispersed to surrounding major roads to help ease existing congestion.

Wu Zai-Qin added that in order to improve traffic conditions in the Neihu Technology Park area as early as possible, the construction team was fully mobilized to complete the project within approximately six months. The original slope was transformed into a nearly 250-meter-long road, completed on June 12, 2025. The project adopted methods that have low impacts on the ecology, including the establishment of stone revetment and the planting of shrubs as retaining structures, helping to preserve water resources while enhancing the roadside landscape. This approach balances driving safety with aesthetic appeal, creating a “breathing” green road. In terms of traffic facilities, safety direction signs and flexible delineator posts were installed at turns to assist drivers in adjusting to changes in road width. Additionally, deceleration markings were added at the exit connecting to Section 2, Jiuzong Road, to guide drivers to slow down, ensuring a safer passage for all road users. It is hoped that starting today, this brand-new road will serve as a catalyst for better traffic in the Neihu Technology Park area and provide road users with a more comfortable commuting experience!

Hsiao Chih-Long, Chief of the Public Works Section at the New Construction Office, noted that Taipei Municipal Nangang High School was established in 1967. The Science Building, which had been in use since 1986, was found to have an excessive chloride ion content following a seismic resistance assessment. In consideration of the safety of faculty and students as well as the need to improve the overall teaching environment, the Taipei City Government contracted the demolition of the Science Building in December 2018 and proposed a new construction plan for a Comprehensive Teaching Building. The new building will include a two-level underground parking area and five stories of above-ground teaching spaces, aiming to provide a multifunctional teaching building aligned with the Curriculum Guidelines of 12-year Basic Education. The design will offer additional space for the development and delivery of a wide range of courses. Furthermore, the overall planning of the building incorporates green building design principles, with the goal of transforming Nangang High School into a sustainable campus characterized by ecological elements, energy efficiency, waste reduction, and a healthy environment.

Huang Chia-Wei, Director of the Nangang Public Works Office under the Public Works Section of the New Construction Office, noted that the project was commissioned to KEDAK Group, Architecture, Planning & Construction Management for design and construction supervision. The design concept centers on creating dynamic and interactive learning spaces for both teachers and students. The plan includes semi-outdoor activity areas, landscaped terraces, and a rooftop garden, which are integrated with the school’s existing open spaces to form a well-rounded and multi-tiered teaching environment that fosters exchanges and interaction.The new teaching building will feature a variety of facilities, including tiered classrooms, all-weather classrooms, seminar classrooms, reservable classrooms, standard classrooms, and a parking area. The spatial layout is designed to harmonize with the natural environment, utilizing southern sunlight and appropriately guided airflow to enhance the comfort of the overall teaching environment. In addition, by creating a diverse and flexible learning space, the project aims to meet the evolving needs of the school.

Huang Chia-Wei concluded by noting that the project officially commenced on August 21, 2023. Following today’s beam-raising ceremony, the structural framework is expected to be completed in the near future. It is hoped that upon completion, the project will realize the school’s vision for diversified education and serve as a new beacon of educational excellence in Taipei. The building aims to provide a high-quality, sustainable, friendly, and safe environment for teaching and community activities, benefitting both the school and local residents. Additionally, it is anticipated to become a key landmark extending the image of the Eastern District Gateway Corridor.

Hsiao Chih-Long, Chief of the Public Works Section at the New Construction Office of the Public Works Department, noted that with the increasing number of residential and commercial buildings in Wenshan District, Taipei City, the demand for firefighting and emergency services has continued to grow. The construction of the new Xinglong Station aims to shorten emergency response times within the district and establish a modern, fully equipped disaster response base.  The site covers approximately 1,047 square meters, with a planned structure of six floors above ground and two basement levels, totaling a floor area of about 4,680 square meters. The design and supervision are handled by W.Y. Chen Architect & Associates, while the construction is contracted to Wenchang Construction Engineering Co., Ltd. Electrical and HVAC engineering works are undertaken by Wanxin Engineering Co., Ltd. and Jiu Jen Enterprise Company Limited, respectively. The building's seismic resistance coefficient has been enhanced by 1.5 times to ensure the safety of personnel and the public during extreme disasters.

Tian Shih-Chen, Director of the Zhongzheng Office of the Public Works Section, further noted that project began on December 1, 2023. Today’s beam-raising ceremony marks a significant milestone in the project. The overall construction is expected to be completed by December 2025. It is hoped that the project will be completed on schedule and to the expected quality standards, thereby strengthening the disaster response capacity in Wenshan District, enhancing the safety of firefighting personnel on duty, and improving the quality of public service, continuing to safeguard the lives and property of the citizens.

Mr. Sheng-Tsung Hsiao, Director of the Neihu Sewage Treatment Plant, stated that the plant will launch its brand-new educational program, Adventurous Water Drop, on May 1, 2025. This program integrates perspectives from Feitsui Reservoir, the Taipei Water Department’s purification plant, and the sewage treatment process, giving visitors a comprehensive view of the water cycle, from upstream watershed conservation, to midstream purification and distribution, to downstream sewage treatment and water reclamation. In 2023, the Neihu Plant introduced two environmental education programs tailored to different age groups: The Magical House That Makes Water Clean, designed for elementary school students, and The Sustainable Magical House, a more advanced curriculum. Both programs use interactive and engaging teaching methods to explain the sewage treatment process and emphasize the importance of water resources.

Director Hsiao further noted that in addition to launching the new program, the Neihu Sewage Treatment Plant is upgrading its audiovisual classroom used for environmental education. Enhancements include improved lighting, new seating and carpeting, and a redesigned podium to create a more comfortable learning environment. The renovation is scheduled for completion by the end of May 2025. During construction, visiting groups are encouraged to keep group sizes under 12. Courses will be held in a small meeting room or, alternatively, in front of the environmental education area on the first floor of the administrative building, with foldable chairs provided by the plant.

The Sewerage Systems Office further added that that to provide a more diverse range of environmental education options, the Neihu Sewage Treatment Plant will officially join the “Taipei Water Journey” program this year (2025). Schools in Neihu, Songshan, Nangang, and Xinyi Districts are encouraged to participate and take advantage of the nearby location for convenient access. The program aspires to cultivate participants as “water resource ambassadors” who will share their knowledge and experiences with others—fostering a city-wide mindset of understanding, cherishing, and protecting water, and working together toward a more sustainable Taipei.

Citizens of all ages are welcome to apply online to visit the Neihu Sewage Treatment Plant.
Please submit your application through the Taipei City Government Public Venue Reservation System.

For inquiries, feel free to call:02-8791-9494 ext. 158（Mr.Lin, Engineer)。

Dihua Sewage Treatment Plant Director Tai-Tsung Huang shared that Taipei Water Journey features nine different routes combining visits to Feitsui Reservoir, Taipei Water Park, and Dihua Sewage Treatment Plant. Schools can select time slots and itinerary combinations based on their learning goals. With hands-on tours and expert guidance from certified environmental education instructors, students gain firsthand understanding of each stage in the urban water cycle—from source protection at Feitsui Reservoir and water treatment at the Taipei Water Department, to wastewater processing at the Dihua Sewage Treatment Plant. Through a multi-sensory experience that incorporates sight, smell, and sound, students come away with a deeper appreciation of the value of water resources.

The Sewerage Systems Office further added that that to provide a more diverse range of environmental education options, the Neihu Sewage Treatment Plant will officially join the “Taipei Water Journey” program this year (2025). Schools in Neihu, Songshan, Nangang, and Xinyi Districts are encouraged to participate and take advantage of the nearby location for convenient access. The program aspires to cultivate participants as “water resource ambassadors” who will share their knowledge and experiences with others—fostering a city-wide mindset of understanding, cherishing, and protecting water, and working together toward a more sustainable Taipei.

Taipei Water Journey Program Online Information:

Program Details and Contact Information

Taipei Water Journey Environmental Education Reservations

Tai-Tsung Huang, Director of the Dihua Sewage Treatment Plant, noted that students will be guided by certified environmental education instructors from the Ministry of Environment. On-site, they will explore key facilities such as the deep aeration tanks, aeration agitators, and engage in real-time comparisons between raw and treated water, as well as wet and dried sludge. The course uses age-appropriate teaching tools and interactive explanations to ensure a dynamic and engaging learning experience.

Teachers Mr. Chen and Ms. Lin from Zhongzheng Elementary School expressed their appreciation for the program, especially the effort of the instructors. They noted how the sensory experience—smelling the odors from household sewage, hearing the noise from machines, and observing the transformation of sludge after drying—gave students a deep and lasting impression of the challenges involved in sewage treatment. On behalf of the school, they presented a certificate of appreciation to the Sewerage Systems Office of the Public Works Department for providing such a meaningful learning opportunity and for helping instill water sustainability awareness in young children.

The Sewerage Systems Office of the Public Works Department further stated that schools and institutions located outside of Taipei City are also welcome to apply for visits. Both the Dihua and Neihu Sewage Treatment Plants are certified environmental education facilities and offer customized programs for all age groups. These courses provide comprehensive insights into wastewater generation, collection, treatment, and reuse. Everyone is warmly invited to register and experience this unique environmental education program—an essential yet often overlooked aspect of municipal infrastructure—and join in efforts to improve Taipei’s water environment.

Application Information:

1.Citizen Service Platform

• Dihua Sewage Treatment Planthttps://service.gov.taipei/rental/VenueDetail/e1fabfea2753
• Neihu Sewage Treatment Planthttps://service.gov.taipei/rental/VenueDetail/6e1753279df5

2.Taipei Water Journey Environmental Education Program
 (Special program available exclusively to elementary schools within Taipei City):

https://twpeec.water.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=9C5B68ECA3EE3C56&sms=EC4A96AA0FDC743C&s=C50CACA1C92A0E45

Supervised by the Geotechnical Engineering Office and organized by the Taiwan Nature Trail Society, there will be four guided tours in English this year. Residents and visitors are welcome.

The tour will last about 2.5 hours (with interpretation). Route: MRT XinBeitou Station→ Fuxing Park→ Quan Yuan Park→ Yifang Elementary School→ Trail Entrance next to Postal Service Training Center→Fayu Temple Hiking Trail→ Fayu Temple→ Lixiang grocery store→ Dengshan Road→ Lingtou village→ Postal Service Training Center Hiking Trail→ Quan Yuan Park (With music performance from 11am-12pm) 

If you are interested in joining the tour, please email us at nature.trail@msa.hinet.net

Host: Geotechnical Engineering Office, Public Works Department, Taipei City Government

Organizer: Taiwan Nature Trail Society, ROC

Half-day tour. FREE! For All Ages.

Postal Service Training Center Hiking Trail

    Saturday, May 24// 8:30 - 11:00 AM 

    Meet at MRT XinBeitou Station Exit 1 , at 8:30AM

    Ends at QuanYuan Park

    Traffic information: MRT Red Line (Tamsui-Xinyi Line) and get off at Beitou Station and transfer the XinBeitou Branch Line

About Zhongzhengshan Hiking Trail:

Postal Service Training Center Hiking Trail belongs to Zhongzhengshan Hiking Trail which consist of Postal Service Training Center Hiking Trail, Fayu Temple Hiking Trail, and mountain top trail. 

Walking from XinBeitou Station and along Zhonghe Street and Zhuhai Road and through two parks, Fuxing Park and Quan Yuan Park, the trail starts from Lane 157, Zhuhai Road which is between Yifang Elementary School and Postal Service Training Center. Turn left onto Lane 157 following signs for Zhongzhengshan Hiking Trail.

On the way to Zhongzhengshan Hiking Trail, there are two hot spring footbaths on Fuxing Park and Quan Yuan Park. One hot spring footbath of Quan Yuan Park is on the right here, but signs indicated that it has been closed for a while because of the serious earthquake last year. 

Zhongzhengshan Hiking Trail, including Postal Service Training Center Hiking Trail and Fayu Temple Hiking Trail, is a circular trail. There are wide views on the Dengshan Road which connects two hiking trails. Zhongzhengshan Hiking Trail and the surrounding area provide view of Taipei Basin, including Guandu Basin, Shezihdao peninsula, Tamsui River, and Keelung River.

About Us: Taiwan Nature Trail Society 

We are a group of volunteers who love nature and desire to share how wonderful the Nature is. Taiwan Nature Trail Society has organized many kinds of activities, including trail tours and environmental education events. One of trail tours, a 300-people guided nature walk, is commissioned by the Geotechnical Engineering Office, Public Works Department, Taipei City Government. We offer the guided tour in both English and Chinese. Therefore, we invite all you who are interested in exploring the great outdoors to experience the rich ecosystem surrounding Taipei!

Registration

If you are interested in joining the tour, please email us at nature.trail@msa.hinet.net

On 24th August, we will lead to Guizikeng Trail which belongs to Section 1 of Taipei Grand Trail. The tour will last about 2.5 hours (interpretation included). Route: Bus Stop of Guizikeng Water and Soil Conservation Park→ Xiushan Road→ Guizikeng Water and Soil Conservation Education Park→ Guizikeng Trail→ Fude Temple→ Tuoyin Pavilion→ Guizikeng Campground→ Guizikeng Water and Soil Conservation Education Park (With music performance from 11am-12pm)

If you are interested in joining the tour, please email us at nature.trail@msa.hinet.net

Host: Geotechnical Engineering Office, Public Works Department, Taipei City Government

Organizer: Taiwan Nature Trail Society, ROC

Half-day tour. FREE! For All Ages.

Guizikeng Trail of Taipei Grand Trail Section 1

    Saturday, August 24// 8:30 - 11:00 AM 

    Gather at Bus Stop of Guizikeng Water and Soil Conservation Park, at 8:30AM sharp

    Disband at entrance of Guizikeng Water and Soil Conservation Education Park.

    Traffic information: Bus 216, 218, 233, 602, Chengde Metro Bus to Guizikeng Soil and Water Conservation Park

About Guizikeng Trail:

Guizikeng is located on the south-west part of Mt. Datun and is famed for its geological landscapes. There used to be a ceramic material mine in Guizikeng. Soil erosion was serious due to the overexploitation. Efforts have been made by the government since 1980’s to improve water and soil conservation. The education park has been established in 1994. 

Taipei Grand Trail is a 92-kilometer long-distance urban hiking trail in Taipei and Guizikeng Trail is one of the trails in section 1. 

About Us: Taiwan Nature Trail Society 

The TNTS is a volunteer’s organization composed of volunteers who love to share how wonderful nature and hiking is. Taiwan Nature Trail Society has organized many kinds of activities, including trail tours and environmental education events. One of those trail tours, a 300-people guided nature walk, is commissioned by the Geotechnical Engineering Office, Public Works Department, Taipei City Government. We offer bilingual guided services during the tours. Therefore, we would like to invite people who are interested in exploring the great outdoors events to experience the rich ecosystem surrounding Taipei!

Registration

If you are interested in joining the tour, please email us at nature.trail@msa.hinet.net

On 27th July, the guided tour brings you to Taipei Grand Trail Section 6. The 2.5km-tour will last for about 2.5 hours (interpretation included). Fuyang Eco park and Fujhoushan is easily accessible, just a few minutes’ walk from MRT Linguang Station. Fujhoushan is about 100-meter high and has an excellent view on the platform of Fujhoushan Park. The eastern Peak of Zhongpushan(137-meter high) provides another view of Xinyi District and Fujhoushan. The trail ends at lane 21, Section 4, Xinhai Road which is close to MRT Xinhai Station.

Route: Linguang MRT Station→ Fuyang Eco Park→ Fujhoushan Park→ Eastern Peak of Zhongpushan→ Trailhead on lane 21, Section 4, Xinhai Road

If you are interested in joining the tour, please email us at nature.trail@msa.hinet.net

Host: Geotechnical Engineering Office, Public Works Department, Taipei City Government

Organizer: Taiwan Nature Trail Society, ROC

Half-day tour. FREE! For All Ages.

Fujhoushan and Zhongpushan of Taipei Grand Trail Section 6

    Saturday, July 27// 8:30 - 11:00 AM 

    Gather at Linguang MRT Station, at 8:30AM sharp

    Disband at Trailhead on lane 21, Section 4, Xinhai Road. (15 mins walk to (BR05) Xinhai MRT Station.

    Traffic information: MRT Brown Line (Wenhu Line), get off at (BR06) Linguang Station

About Fuyang Eco park, Fujhoushan and Zhongpushan:

Fuyang Eco park, Fujhoushan and Zhongpushan belong to Section 6 of Taipei Grand Trail. They are also the Southern Path of Tamsui-Kavalan Trail (Danlan Historic Trails). The trail used to be an important route for residents of Shiding and Shenkeng traveling to Taipei City. During the time of the Japanese Colonial Period to 1988, the site of Fuyang Eco Park was used as a military ammunition depot. There was also a Cemetery nearby. Therefore, the natural habitats of Fuyang Eco park, Fujhoushan and Zhongpushan preserved well. 

About Us: Taiwan Nature Trail Society 

The TNTS is a volunteer’s organization composed of volunteers who love to share how wonderful nature and hiking is. Taiwan Nature Trail Society has organized many kinds of activities, including trail tours and environmental education events. One of those trail tours, a 300-people guided nature walk, is commissioned by the Geotechnical Engineering Office, Public Works Department, Taipei City Government. We offer bilingual guided services during the tours. Therefore, we would like to invite people who are interested in exploring the great outdoors events to experience the rich ecosystem surrounding Taipei!

Registration

If you are interested in joining the tour, please email us at nature.trail@msa.hinet.net

On June 29th, we will take you on a tour of the Xianjiyan Trail. The tour, covering approximately 2.5 km, will last about 2.5 hours (English interpretation included). Xianjiyan, located on the south side of Nangangshan in the Wenshan District of Taipei, stands at 144 meters and offers great views of the Taipei Basin. It is one of the best spots to observe the rich ecology of animals, plants, and ferns along the trail.

Route: Jingxing Park next to Jingmei MRT Station→ Trailhead on lane 297, Jungxing Rd→ Slopeland Rainfall Station→ Xianjiyan→ Trigonometrical point→ Xianyan Temple→ Cishan Pavilion→ Trailhead on lane 243, Jungxing Rd

If you are interested in joining the tour, please email us at nature.trail@msa.hinet.net

Host: Geotechnical Engineering Office, Public Works Department, Taipei City Government

Organizer: Taiwan Nature Trail Society, ROC

Half-day tour. FREE! For All Ages.

Xianjiyan(仙跡岩) Trail

⮚    Saturday, June 29// 8:30 - 11:00 AM 

⮚    Gather at Jingxing Park near Exit 2 of Jingmei MRT Station, at 8:30AM sharp

⮚    Disband at Trailhead on lane 243, Jungxing Rd.

⮚    Traffic information: MRT Green Line (Songshan-Xindian Line) and get off at (G05) Jingmei Station

About Xianjiyan Trail:

According to legend, Lu Dongbin, one of the Eight Immortals, left his footprints on the top of a large rock here. The name "Xianjiyan" combines "Xianji," meaning "Footprints of the Fairy," and "yan," meaning rocks. Visitors frequently see squirrels leaping and butterflies fluttering in the forest on both sides of the trail. This area is an excellent spot for urban dwellers to enjoy holidays and relaxation, as well as to savor the Taipei snacks available at the nearby Jingmei Night Market.

About Us: Taiwan Nature Trail Society 

The TNTS is a volunteer organization comprised of individuals passionate about sharing the wonders of nature and hiking. The Taiwan Nature Trail Society organizes various activities, including trail tours and environmental education events. One of these tours, a guided nature walk for 300 people, is commissioned by the Geotechnical Engineering Office, Public Works Department, Taipei City Government. We offer bilingual guided services during these tours. We invite anyone interested in exploring the great outdoors to experience the rich ecosystem surrounding Taipei!

Registration

If you are interested in joining the tour, please email us at nature.trail@msa.hinet.net

Supervised by the Geotechnical Engineering Office and organized by the Taiwan Nature Trail Society, four guided tours will be presented in English this year. Residents and visitors are welcome.

Jiantanshan Hiking Trail belongs to Section 5 of Taipei Grand Trail. The tour will last about 2.5 hours (with interpretation). Route: MRT Jiantan Station→ Trail Entrance next to Ming Chuan University→ trigonometrical point of Jiantanshan→ Weifeng (Breeze) Platform→ Radio tower→ Dazhong Temple→ Jihe Park (With music performance from 11am-12pm)

If you are interested in joining the tour, please fill the form at the website

https://www.beclass.com/rid=284d8286628d15540b2a

or email us at nature.trail@msa.hinet.net

Host: Geotechnical Engineering Office, Public Works Department, Taipei City Government

Organizer: Taiwan Nature Trail Society, ROC

Half-day tour. FREE! For All Ages.

Jiantanshan Hiking Trail

    Saturday, May 25// 8:30 - 11:00 AM 

    Meet at MRT Jiantan Station Exit 1, at 8:30AM

    Ends at Jihe Park near MRT Jiantan Station Exit 2

    Traffic information: MRT Red Line (Tamsui-Xinyi Line) and get off at (R15) Jiantan Station

About Jiantan Hiking Trail:

Jiantanshan Hiking Trail is located in the westernmost of Mt. Wuzhishan. It is one of the best trails in Taipei with panoramic views of the city and Taipei Songshan Airport. 

Jiantanshan was once a military control zone and also a conservation area. The natural habitat is well preserved. 

The route will take participants to destinations such as the 153-meter-high trigonometrical point of Jiantanshan, Breeze Platform and North Eye Platform. These two platforms are the newliest built and very popular sights along the trail. They provide a great view of Taipei Basin, including Tamsui River, Keelung River and Guanyinshan (Mt. Guanyin).

Besides, the radio tower offers great views of the other side, such as Taipei 101, Keelung River and Songshan Airport.

About Us: Taiwan Nature Trail Society 

We are a group of volunteers who love nature and desire to share how wonderful the Nature is. Taiwan Nature Trail Society has organized many kinds of activities, including trail tours and environmental education events. One of trail tours, a 300-people guided nature walk, is commissioned by the Geotechnical Engineering Office, Public Works Department, Taipei City Government. We offer the guided tour in both English and Chinese. Therefore, we invite all you who are interested in exploring the great outdoors to experience the rich ecosystem surrounding Taipei!

Registration

If you are interested in joining the tour, please fill the form at the website:

https://www.beclass.com/rid=284d8286628d15540b2a , or email us at nature.trail@msa.hinet.net

Please visit  Flowers in Taipei website for more infomation.

Zhuzihu combines local flower industries with natural and cultural resources to develop leisure agriculture. It is one of the three major leisure agriculture areas in Taipei City. During May and June, a variety of colorful hydrangeas bloom, featuring terraces, flower walls, and flower seas in diverse forms.

Please visit Flowers in Taipei website for more infomation.

According to Xiao Zhi-long, Chief of the Public Works Division at the New Construction Office of Taipei’s Public Works Department, the site was previously the R16 surface parking lot in the Nangang Economic and Trade Park. It is located next to the Nangang Software Park to the east, with Nangang Vocational High School and Nangang Elementary School to the west and north, and an urban renewal unit to the south. The site is within a 10-minute walking distance of both Nangang MRT Station and Nangang Software Park Station. Additionally, there are multiple buses running along Nangang Road, contributing to a well-developed transportation network and convenient amenities in the area. The project’s design is based on the Eastern District Gateway Project and the Nangang Urban Green Corridor, aiming to stimulate urban renewal. The residential structure is set back slightly from the road, incorporating a 4-meter-wide linear open space along its north and west sides at ground level. On the east side, a 400-square-meter open plaza connects seamlessly with nearby streets, creating a shared public space. The building's street-facing part aligns with the urban scale of the Nangang Economic and Trade Park, featuring open-frame structures to reduce visual mass and create dynamic framed views. Meanwhile, the interior design uses tiered setbacks and linear, horizontal balconies to enhance depth and layering. Additionally, vertically staggered open spaces and rooftop greenery introduce leisure areas into different floors, fostering interaction among residents.

According to Huang Jia-wei, Director of the Nangang Public Works Office of the New Construction Office, the Nangang Jingmao Section Public Housing Project was designed and overseen by hap+4creative, with Streamline Engineering Consultant Company responsible for seismic monitoring. Construction was undertaken by a joint team comprising Tong Ying Construction Co., Ltd., Texin Electrical and Mechanical Co., Ltd., and Vatican Queensland Cooling Co. Together, a 12-story above-ground and 3-story underground public housing complex with parking facilities was completed.  The project faced challenges from the outset, including the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as industry-wide labor and material shortages throughout the construction period. Nevertheless, through the relentless efforts of the construction team, the project steadily moved forward. In the end, all obstacles were overcome and the design was brought to life, making it a truly commendable accomplishment.

Huang Jia-wei added that every residential unit is designed to ensure adequate ventilation and natural lighting while minimizing wasted space to maximize efficiency. The building features a rooftop urban farm, sunshade grilles, LED lighting, eco-friendly green materials, and a rainwater recycling system. It is expected to receive several certifications, including the Silver-Level Green Building Label, Silver-Level Intelligent Building Label, Structure Accreditation Building Label, and Accessible Housing Label. More than just a residential complex, this social housing project plays a key role in advancing sustainable development, policy initiatives, and environmental responsibility.

With Daan Forest Park as the event venue, the festival comprises of music concerts, reading tours, and handicraft classes that are held in conjunction with the surrounding businesses of the South Town Area. Visitors are encouraged to enjoy the music and view the beautiful flowers at the “Floral Picnic,” a perfect event for family outings. A series of cultural events and art fairs injects the city with new warmth and vibrancy this spring.

The construction of the Taipei riverside bikeways began in earnest in 2002. The Taipei City Cycling Loop Route was implemented in 2012 to connect the riverfront and urban bikeways, and the 112-kilometer-long riverside bikeway network has now been completed. The Hydraulic Engineering Office of the Public Works Department, Taipei City Government (HEO) is organizing the “Cycling Around Taipei” Riverside Bike Challenge Certification Campaign, with the hope that through the monthly task, the public will be encouraged to learn about the beauty of the riverside bikeways and develop a long-term and sustainable exercise habit.

Regulations

Event Date：from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2026

Eligibility: There are no specific restrictions on participation. Participants are required to have a smartphone with GPS and internet access. Registration should be done exclusively through the Velodash app, and the entire cycling ride must be recorded using the Velodash app to track the route.

Each participant is required to sign up and bind one Velodash account to successfully register to the event.

• Monthly Task “Challenge Ride"
• Monthly Task “Easy Ride"
• Monthly Dating Activity
• Finisher List and Leaderboard
• Lucky Draw for Goodies
• Super Cyclist Certification
• Badge Hand Hanging Cloth Redemption
• FAQ
• Notice

Activity route

Completion reward

1. The first 1,000 approved participants (arranged in order based on their “ride completion time”) will receive one “Taipei Gorgeous Manhole” limited-edition manhole cover-shaped metal commemorative badge each in sequence. One badge type will be sent out every month. The number of “Challenge Ride” and “Easy Ride” is limited to 1,000 each, while stocks last.
2. For the same account, if the individual completes both the “Challenge Ride” and “Easy Ride” mission conditions separately in the same month, they only can receive one commemorative item. The “Challenge Ride” and “Easy Ride” missions will only be verified for the first completed record in the same account for that month. If there are multiple completions in the same month, they cannot exchange for commemorative items again. Additionally, the mileage completed in the “Challenge Ride” event will not be calculated within the “Easy Ride” event.
3. Those who collect all 12 badges over 12 months will also receive one mystery collectible prize (must be collected in person at Taipei City Hall): link
4. The Finisher's Souvenir will be sent by registered mail. If you receive an email notification from the organizing committee to provide your prize collection information, please be sure to fill in the relevant details (recipient’s name, mobile phone number, mailing address, etc.) by the notified deadline. If the information is incomplete and not supplemented by the deadline specified by the organizing committee, the said participant will be deemed to have forfeited the eligibility to receive the memorabilia. Mailing is limited to delivery within the territory of the Republic of China (Taiwan). If the delivery is returned, it will be considered as forfeiting the eligibility to receive the prize, and reshipping will not be provided.

Chief Hsiao Chih-lung of the Public Works, New Construction Office noted that Taipei Municipal Heping High School, as the only municipal school in Da’an District offering both junior and senior high education, faces challenges with outdated facilities and limited space. To improve the educational environment, the city government has launched a construction project to build a teaching building that includes a two-story underground parking lot and a five-story educational facility designed as a multi-functional complex. The design and supervision of the project have been entrusted to Y. C. Chiu Architects & Associates, with the dove of peace as the design concept, echoing the school's educational philosophy of self-exploration, caring for society, global awareness, and lifelong learning. The new building aims to foster globally capable students equipped with interdisciplinary skills and will provide a safe and comfortable space, with amenities like a library, contemporary classrooms, and a welcoming administrative area for both students and staff.

Director Tien Shih-chen of the Zhongzheng Public Works Office under the New Construction Office added that the project began on March 29, 2023, with a construction period of 1,290 calendar days and is expected to be completed by November 2026. This building is set to be a new educational highlight in Taipei, offering a top-notch learning environment while also fostering community development and addressing local parking needs. It aims to achieve shared prosperity between the school and the local community. This teaching building will infuse Heping High School with fresh energy and contribute to education in Da’an District.

Currently, the Dahu Station of the Fire Department is at No. 5, Section 5, Chenggong Road, where it shares space with the Dahu Police Department, leading to overcrowding. Given the overcrowding situation and aging facilities, the Fire Department sought a new office. In 2010, Village Chief Hsieh Ming-I of Xiuhu Village initiated the project with the assistance of Legislator Huang Shan-Shan (then-council member) in coordinating. Later, council member Li Chien-Chang and Legislator Lin Kuo-Cheng (then-council member) conducted an on-site inspection. And through support and concerted efforts from Speaker Tai Hsi-Chin, Vice Speaker Yeh Lin-Chuan, and council members Yu Shu-Hui, Lin Yen-Feng, Chen Yu-Chen, Li Ming-Hsien, He Meng-Hua, Chueh Mei-Sha, Wang Hsiao-Wei, and Wu Shih-Cheng, a site adjacent to Dahu Park MRT Station was eventually finalized. The new building will address local needs, improve firefighter working conditions, and boost disaster response efficiency.

According to Hsiao Chih-Lung, Chief of the Public Works Section, New Construction Office, Public Works Bureau, Taipei City Government, W.Y Chen Architect & Associates is responsible for designing and overseeing the project. The building will be a reinforced concrete structure with five floors above ground and one below. It will be built to a seismic resistance to intensities of 1.5, which is higher than typical private buildings, ensuring it can effectively serve as a key force for disaster response and safeguard the safety and properties of citizens at all times. The design includes a band-like, uncovered sidewalk along the street, with layers of plants at the rear of the building on Lane 120, Dahu Shanzhuang Street, to improve the surrounding environment. Considering the connection between Section 5, Chenggong Road and the main road at the front, the layout of the building is planned by creating separate entrances and exits for the fire station, underground parking, and emergency vehicles. This setup allows firefighters to quickly mobilize for disaster response using fireman's poles at stairways from their respective dorms and standby areas on each floor.

Director Huang Chia-Wei of Nangang Branch, Public Works Section, New Construction Office noted that in regard to the building's appearance, the facade is inspired by the concept of a square exterior and a round interior. “Square” represents the strength and resilience of firefighters, while “round” reflects friendliness, care, and diversity, shown through the metal grille panels within the framework. The base of the facade and walls are primarily finished with raw concrete, complemented by colorful vertical metal sunshades, symbolizing the station’s commitment to safeguarding citizens and public order. In regard to energy efficiency, the design follows green building concepts, featuring sunshades on the exterior, solar panels on the roof, and a green roof to inhibit the transfer of heat by thermal radiation and lower indoor temperatures. The building has earned Green Building Candidate Certificate - Gold and Intelligent Building Candidate Certificate - Bronze.

Huang Chia-Wei added that the new building is essential for both the safety of firefighters and the quality of public service. Once completed, the modern and accessible fire station will offer an improved working environment and better emergency response capabilities, boosting firefighters' performance in disaster response and public service.

According to Hsiao Chih-Lung, the head of the Public Works Section, New Construction Office, Public Works Bureau, Taipei City Government, this project site was formerly part of the natural formation of the Da Wan River Channel in the Shangpi area. In 1979, it was integrated into the urban planning project as a water channel in the back alley of Zhongxiao East Road, before being transformed into a parking space in 1985, with the flourishing commercial development on Zhongxiao East Road, Sections 3 and 4 of Zhongxiao East Road emerged as a vibrant commercial area in the Eastern District. However, located behind the Far Eastern SOGO Taipei Zhongxiao Store, this site merely served as an auxiliary space for the commercial area. As part of the Taipei City Government's efforts to improve public spaces and the human oriented environment in the Eastern District, and in alignment with the Eastern District Development and Revitalization Project launched by the Department of Urban Development in 2019, street reevaluation and city block reconstruction were carried out. The New Construction Office was responsible for the design and construction of this site, with the core concepts of creating a human oriented pedestrian environment and connecting green corridors in the Eastern District to redefine the site’s longstanding negative image.

Wang Ming-Hui, the Director of the South District, Public Works Section, noted that the project commenced on August 1, 2023, and was completed on June 30, 2024. The key improvements included creating a crossing on Fuxing South Road to link Liugongzun Park and integrating Lane 135, Section 1, Fuxing South Road, with the central green corridor. The project improved the previously narrow pedestrian space, removed an inconvenient parking lot, and elevated the road on the south side to integrate with the central green corridor. This created a diverse and accessible space featuring newly planted 132.21 square meters of shrubs, 427.86 square meters of ground cover, and 17 trees, transforming it into an urban ecological oasis. The area was enhanced with new seating and street furniture to offer a comfortable space for pedestrians. Three mist rings were installed to boost the green environment, with water ripple lighting and mist facilities at night, recreating the Da Wan River hydrological image. The result is a pedestrian plaza that prioritizes people, resilience, and a sense of intellectual engagement, making the overall pedestrian environment even more user-friendly.

Finally, Wang Ming-Hui noted that the green corridor is now open to the public and that it will connect Liugongzun Park to the west and Liugong Park to the east, stretching to Dinghao and Longmen Plaza. This forms a linear green corridor in the heart of the Eastern District commercial area, enhancing open spaces and tightly integrating the metropolitan commercial area of the Eastern District. It is hoped that local foot traffic will be improved, and that various creative activities within the Eastern District commercial zone will be integrated, gradually attracting people back and revitalizing the area's bustling atmosphere.

Since 2019, the HEO has successfully established 15 autonomous flood prevention communities and plans to introduce three more by 2024, totaling 18. These communities are pivotal in mitigating the impacts of typhoons and heavy rainfall by ensuring that the populace is well-prepared well before disasters occur. The crux of this preparedness lies in empowering residents to foster robust, autonomous disaster response capabilities. When calamities strike, these communities act as the primary first line of defense before governmental intervention, with their strength and preparedness directly influencing their ability to safeguard their homes and neighborhoods during critical moments.

As typhoon season approaches, the HEO orchestrated the "Taipei City Flood Prevention Community Pledge Rally" on July 5th. This event brought together community leaders and essential members of the response teams from autonomous disaster prevention communities. It featured an array of activities including keynote speeches, sessions for sharing experiences, motivational talks by agency heads, a flag ceremony, and a pledge group photograph, all designed to enhance community involvement and foster a sense of pride in their crucial role in building resilient communities that can withstand and triumph over disasters.

The HEO’s River Administration Section emphasized that the rally was designed to foster pre-typhoon season dialogue and exchanges between community leaders and response teams. It provided an essential platform for members of newly formed disaster prevention communities to gain insights into the strategies and goals of autonomous disaster prevention efforts. Moreover, it offered an invaluable opportunity for established community members to exchange knowledge and learn from one another’s experiences in disaster management.

To counter the effects of heavy rains and potential flooding, the Taipei City Government is actively promoting collaboration between public and private sectors. As the challenges of extreme climate change intensify, the role of autonomous disaster prevention becomes increasingly crucial. The HEO is dedicated to pushing forward the "Resilient Autonomous Flood Prevention Communities Initiative," which aims to empower residents, especially those in flood-prone areas, to respond decisively during critical disaster moments. By enhancing the community's capabilities for self-help and mutual aid, this initiative seeks to extend the scope of disaster prevention measures and amplify the overall disaster response capacity across the city.

These colorful flowers belonging to May day bloom in succession, like elves jumping around in every corner of the Taipei Rose Garden, casting magical magic, turning the high and low-level flower bushes into a sea of colorful flowers. 

Wandering to enjoy the roses is like tasting a sumptuous Western dessert in a European-style garden.

Welcome to the most beautiful view of the ocean of flowers in spring, let your mind like a vacation abroad.

Traffic guide

Get off at the MRT Yuanshan Station Station and follow the instructions go through the Taipei Expo Park - Fine Arts Area, can reach to the Xinsheng Park.

Get off at the MRT Zhongshan Elementary School Station and walk along the Xinsheng North Road to the Binjiang Street crossroads, can reach to the Xinsheng Park.

By bus：

685, citizen minibus 9, red 34 (holiday driving), red 50 to [Xinsheng Park]

72, 222, Red 34 (holiday driving), citizen minibus 9 to [Xinsheng Park (Lin Antai)]

542, 685, 688 or red 57 to [Then end of Jilin Road]

Youbike：From the No. 2 exit of YouBike MRT Yuanshan Station, follow the bicycle lane to Lin Antai Ancient Station.

According to the Hydraulic Engineering Office of Taipei City, the City had operated the Guandu Wharf surrounding area for many years, including the bicycle bridge across the entrance of the Jhonggang River and the waterfront plaza of Guandu, which was completed in 2014. Later in 2020, the City launched a project to improve Guandu Wharf and the surrounding area. By 2021, the walkway of Guandu Wharf had been improved, the viewing platform had been expanded and there was an additional checkpoint and art display, so that the platform around the wharf and the piazza space were connected to become a brand-new riverside recreational area. In 2023, the Guandu Wharf Fountain and the surrounding area were completed. This project expanded and optimized the fountain section, added a sand play area and physical fitness facilities and provided more diversified facilities for the citizens to relax and enjoy. In order to diversify the leisure activities in the vicinity of Guandu Wharf, the Hydraulic Engineering Office had referred to the successful case of "Dadaocheng Wharf Container Market" to plan the light refreshment area and commissioned a business vendor to run the "Guandu Wharf Container Market."

The "Guandu Wharf Container Market" had a grand opening ceremony on May 21, 2024.Mediasphere Communications LTD., the operator that ran the Container Market, had organized the event and hopes that everyone could enjoy the Guandu waterfront. Fourteen exotic food vendors, including hamburgers, Okinawan style rice balls, spaghetti, Korean fried chicken, unagi rice, hotdogs, brewed coffees and beer, were available for everyone to taste while enjoying the river scenery. Each container house offered unique taste sensations. In addition, in order to protect the charming riverside scenery, the Container Market had built underground cables, water pipes and sewage system equipment to provide a safe and clean dining environment.

The "Guandu Wharf Container Market" not only combined gourmet food, scenery, musical performances and installation art creations, but also planned to cooperate with maritime operators in the future so that the citizens could enjoy the sunset scenery and natural ecology along the Tamsui River by taking scheduled boats between the Guandu Wharf and Dadaocheng Wharf. Furthermore, the operator planned to organize one-day tours to experience the Dadaocheng Wharf Container Market and Dihua Street, visited the century-old Guandu Temple and the Beitou Hot Springs, so that visitors could gain a deeper understanding of the history, culture and natural scenery of the Beitou district and its surrounding areas. We hoped that Guandu Wharf would become a good place for the public to relax, taste gourmet food and enjoy the natural scenery.

The Hydraulic Engineering Office sincerely invited everyone to witness the grand opening of the "Guandu Wharf Container Market" on 5/21. There were live band performances and a 3.5-minute firework display; we looked forward to having a wonderful moment with you at Guandu Wharf.