Beitou Park
Park in Beitou, Taipei, Taiwan
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The Beitou Park (traditional Chinese: 北投公園; simplified Chinese: 北投公园; pinyin: Běitóu Gōngyuán) is a park in Beitou District, Taipei, Taiwan.
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| 北投公園 | |
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 Interactive map of Beitou Park | |
| Type | park |
| Location | Beitou, Taipei, Taiwan |
| Coordinates | 25°08′11.4″N 121°30′22.8″E |
| Area | 6 hectares |
| Established | 1913 |
| Public transit access | Xinbeitou Station |
History
The park was created in 1913 during the Japanese rule of Taiwan, making it the third oldest park in Taipei and the first hot spring park on the island.[1] It was constructed to welcome the visit of Prince Hirohito to Taiwan. The construction included the overhaul works of the area around it into the park. Soon after, a water fountain was constructed at the center of the park. Years later, the downspouts were removed from the park but was then restored in 2013 by the Taipei City Government.[2]
Geography
The park spans over an area of six hectares [14.8 acres] and is located along the Beitou River. The park features the Beitou Hot Spring Museum and Taipei Public Library Beitou Branch. It also has five small waterfalls with hot springs.[3]
Transportation
The park is accessible within walking distance east of Xinbeitou Station of Taipei Metro.[3][4]
