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| Forest Ecological Exhibition Center |
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Small Study Room This room contains more than 400 books related to ecology; most are suitable for the entire family.
﹡Computer Room: Visitors have access to multimedia computer programs that let them choose the films they want to watch.
﹡Multimedia Room: Ecology films are shown on the 180-inch screen.
﹡Exhibition Area: The exhibits present information on forest ecology, and wood and bamboo furniture and animal specimens are on display. |
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| The Landmark of Sitou- University Pond |
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Originally, University Pond was created to keep logs moist. Later, the pond became the representative landmark of Sitou. The pond is frog heaven in spring and summer.
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| Visitor Center |
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At the Visitor Center, visitors can purchase entrance tickets, obtain information on lodging and transportation, and become a member of the Friends of Chitou. Interpreters provide information about the natural ecology of the Sitou area. In addition, there is emergency first aid, a nursing room and a conference room.
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| Prof. Wang Memorial Pavilion |
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From the Pavilion, you have a good view of the topography of Sitou. Looking north, the peak on the right is Mt. Phoenix; the peak on the left is Mt. Neshupe.
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| Giant Tree |
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There is a huge boulder inside the Giant Tree. Although the center is mostly rotted out and hollow, the giant tree lives on, a testament to the tenacity of life.
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| Ginkgo The Grandfather Tree |
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During Japanese rule, the Taiwan branch of Tokyo University Experimental Forest planted this ginkgo forest, the only one in Taiwan. The ginkgo trees undergo distinct and unforgettable seasonal changes: new leaves in the spring, lush green growth in the summer, golden leaves in the fall and bare branches pointing at the winter sky. Because the ginkgo grows slowly, the people who plant the seed will be old, with many grandchildren by the time the seed is a mature tree. Therefore, the ginkgo is also called the grandfather tree.
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| Bamboo Cottage |
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This architecturally unique bamboo cottage is located in the quiet Moso bamboo forest. It was designed by the famous architect Mr. Pao-Teh Han. Moso bamboo is a temperate, spreading species and forms an elegant bamboo forest.
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| Bamboo House |
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The entire house and all the furniture inside are made of bamboo. The furniture is elegant in design and highly sought after.
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| Mt. Phoenix Overlook and Astronomical Observatory |
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The Mt. Phoenix logging road ends on a ridge where there are two overlooks and an astronomical observatory. When the weather is nice, visitors can see Sun Moon Lake and the surrounding mountains. The observatory houses a 63cm-diameter, Newton telescope. Real-time images of the heavens can be transmitted to the Forest Ecological Exhibition Center.
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| Exercise Lawn |
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The exercise lawn was installed at the end of the cable system (Lue-Long) used to transport logs across the difficult terrain. The cable system was damaged by typhoon Toraji in 2001. The terminus was transformed into an outdoor, open space. The gradually sloping lawn is surrounded by scenic mountains and is an excellent venue for watching outdoor performances.
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| Nursery |
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Most plants in the nursery are conifer seedlings. There are a smaller number of ornamental plant seedlings.
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| Giant Rock |
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The Giant Rock was originally part of the rock formation on the cliff. During the big earthquake on September 21, 1999, the rock broke off the cliff and tumbled to its present position. Its dimensions are 18m x 15m x 12m, its volume is 540 m3 and it weighs 1300 tons. The base of the Giant Rock has been reinforced. Now it is symbolic of the 9/21 earthquake at Sitou.
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| Wandering about on the trails |
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The Sitou Forest Recreation Area has a network of trails. The trails vary in difficulty and are covered with different materials. You can wander around in the woods at your own pace on trails that match your ability. Most trails are easy to walk and are suitable for families. Use a trail map and the table, right, to help you plan your walk.
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University Pond Wood Chip |
wood chips, boardwalk |
20 mins |
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University Pond |
concrete, suspension bridge |
20 mins |
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Scenic |
washed pebbles, wood chips |
25 mins |
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Quiet |
pebbles |
15 mins |
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Giant Tree |
rock slabs, concrete |
35 mins |
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Riverside |
granite, rock slabs, washed pebble |
35 mins |
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Gingko |
granite, washed pebbles |
15 mins |
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Forest Shower |
soil, rock slabs, granite |
50 mins |
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Giant Rock |
rock slabs |
5 mins |
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Hiking |
granite, rock slabs |
40 mins |
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Phoenix Mt. Ridge |
granite, rock slabs |
60 mins |
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Bird Watching |
granite, rock slabs, boardwalk,suspension bridge |
50 mins |
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Earth Father Luen |
soil, rock slabs, |
60 mins |
Flat: 1, 2, 7
Gradual slope: 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 11, 12
Steeper slope: 8, 10, 13
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| Campground |
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The Camground is located at the upper end of the parking lot. It provides a place for barbecues, campfires and camping.
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| Sky Walk |
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This is the first sky walk in a forest in Taiwan. The walkway is 180 m long and 22.6 m (that's seven stories!) above the ground. The green forest canopy cleanses the air naturally and provides habitat and shelter for epiphytes, tree-dwelling animals, insects and fungi. From the walkway, you can experience life in the treetops and observe how it changes with the four seasons.
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| Forest exploring area |
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It is the first forest exploring area in Taiwan. It combines with the big forest, purl streams and rich ecological resources. With the three different routes including amphibious, birds and reptile, and eight checkpoints (ecology explanation), you will have new experience and surprise on forest.
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| Plant evolution exploring area |
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In the terrace field of nursery, the visiting route enters the geological epoch in order and the typical plants for each stage are collected. In addition to simulating smoke in volcano by water spray, the innovative large wooden dinosaur and tree fern are included. It is the best location for ecological education and study.
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