Monday, March 19, 2007

Cheng Ching Lake


Cheng Ching Lake, the largest lake in Kaohsiung area, is a 90-hectare, man-made reservoir surrounded by greenery landscape.
The area is divided into three sections: the scenic area, the recreational area and the reservoir area. The reservoir is not open to the public because it is an important source for water supplies.
Most of the attractions are scattered along both sides of the round-the-lake walkways. Starting from the main entrance, grounds. you will first pass two large aquariums which keep salt water fish and fresh water fish respectively. Then, you will pass the Nine-turns Bridge, Lotus pond, Fukuo Islet, Chunghsing Islet, Chunghsing Pagoda, Thousand Tree Woodland, Chungling Pagoda, Youth Activity Center, Three Pavilions, and Moon-gazing Building.
Here is a great place for bird watch. Also, there is a barbecue area for visitors. With your own equipment and food, you can have a great time there.
Open hours: 06:00~17:00

Ticket: NT$100 (two aquariums are not included).

(The big red house you see in the photo set is Kaohsiung Grand hotel. Price: one night for NT$5,500 or more.)

4 comments:

Anonymous said...

The lake looks very beautiful on the picture and you described it very well too.

Iris, how much is NT$100 in US$?

Beni Bevly
http://www.overseasthinktankforindonesia.com/

Iris said...

Dear beni,
Thanks for your comment. NT$100 is about US$3. (It's been always like 33-34:1)

Iris

Unknown said...

Hello Iris I am back from my short vacation. Good posts and photos!! I would like to stay in the big red house!! Looks like a great hotel!!

caplondon

Iris said...

Hi caplondon,
Had fun on your vacation? Thanks for your comments!!
Iris