Wazihwei Nature Reserve

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Updates : 2024-12-02

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Travel tips

Stop by visiting Bali Left Bank, Bali Aquatics Center, and Shihsanhang Museum of Archaeology.
The sea breeze is strong in autumn and winter, so visitors must keep warm. Remember to wrap up in sports scarves and wear windproof goggles!
At low tide, enjoy the sampans at the unnamed wharf of Wazihwei.
Watch the Mudskipper and fiddler crabs and mudskippers in the wetlands.

Introduction

Wazihwei Nature Reserve is a 30-hectare ecological reserve. It is called "Wazih" because of the estuary's curved terrain. The lagoon-like terrain provides a good growth environment for mangroves. It is the largest mangrove area on the left bank of the Tamsui River. The main conservation objects of Wazihwei are Kandelia and the animals and plants that live with them. The most beautiful scene in the park is the lush green Kandelia and the blue boat resting on the beach.

Exploring the Ecology of Mangrove Wetlands
Besides Kandelia, observe precious wetland ecology in Wazihwei, including mangroves and various estuarine plants such as Seahore vine morning glory and common reedgrass. During the daily ebb and flow, see different creatures, such as mudskippers, fiddler crabs, batillaria zonalis, barnacles, etc. It is also an essential base for bird watching in autumn and winter in the Northern Areas, where numerous migratory and resident birds reside.

Overlooking Mount Guanyin from Guanhai Embankment
The Wazihwei Nature Reserve is an excellent natural geography classroom. There is a bike path where people can ride and enjoy the scenery. Many natural ecological explanatory signs along the way are educational, so parent-child families often come here to collect homework materials. Walking into the Guanhai Embankment to the north part of Wazihwei, overlook a comprehensive view of the beautiful scenery, such as the Bali Aquatics Center, Mount Guanyin, and Tamsui.

How to Get There

Choose a transportation method based on your departure location.

Shuangxi Shoushan Temple

Mazu Temples are generally built not far from the sea for people to pray for safety at sea, but "Shoushan Temple" in Shuangxi is rare that it is found in the mountains. Here, Mazu is worshipped, along with Guan Yu and Tudigong, with a history of more than 150 years; it is the main center of faith in Taiping. Every year on the 18th day of the second lunar calendar month, an annual event is held called "Welcome Mazu". It mobilizes the residents of the whole village and young people from other places to return home. It is the liveliest season in Taiping Village, which is usually quiet. The architecture of "Shoushan Temple" is unique. The main body of the temple is a stone temple built entirely of stone. After a rise in popularity and prosperity, a traditional temple was constructed; visitors can see the two styles of architecture at the same time when they come to visit.

The Xinzhuang Temple Street Business Circle

An array of sails harbor in Xinzhuang Port, and a thousand lights illuminate the streets of the bustling city