Yongkang Dist.

Seeing the tall coconut trees on either side when entering the park, it’s easy to imagine being in Southeast Asia. The beautiful lotus pond, covered in large lotus leaves, should not be missed. Yongkang Park used to be President Chiang Ching-kuo Residence; when it became a park, the building became Chiang Ching-kuo Memorial Hall. The park is ecologically rich, and many creatures can be seen by walking on the ecological trail. Other features include sand pits, pavilions and viewing platforms.

Taiwan Land Fossils and Minerals Museum (大地化石礦石博物館) was founded in 1993. The land fossils and minerals in the museum’s collection come not only from Taiwan, they also include precious specimens from around the world. The exhibits are displayed by category and detailed introductions provided. The exhibition space is spacious and bright, the environment is tranquil, and parking is convenient.

Da Guanyin Temple(大觀音亭) was built in 1678 and was the first temple in Taiwan to enshrine Guanyin Bodhisattva. Xingji Temple, which enshrines Bao Sheng Da Di (BaoshengEmperor) and was built in 1679, is on the same site, creating the unusual situation of Buddhist and Daoist temples together. Entering Da Guanyin Temple, the solemn and imposing Two Generals Heng and Ha(哼哈二將) can be seen on each side; Guanyin Bodhisattva, wearing a serene expression, is in the middle, giving people a feeling of peace and harmony.

Within the Cultural Hall for the Chinese Herbs Industry (立康中草藥產業文化館) the development course of herbal medicine in Taiwan across hundreds of years is presented, with medical curios and hundreds of original medical ingredients on display. Whilst taking a look around, professional tour guides can help bring to life the exhibits with simple explanations of Chinese herbal medicine and the ways in which they were and are used in the lives of average Taiwanese citizens.