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Taipei Botanical Garden Lotus Pond
(provided by the Taiwan Forestry Research Institute)
Taipei Commercial Museum
(current site of the National Museum of History)
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Once Upon a Pond...
The cicadas' song
echoes in the alleyways,
and the dragonflies
play in the water's reflection.
With its contrasting red walls
and green leaves,
the lotus pond
is truly one of Taipei's
most beautiful places.
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The Circle of Life
The lotus pond
is the soul of
the Botanical Garden,
which has over
1,600 species of plants,
and more than
100 years of history.
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The lotus flower,
also known as
the water lily,
is native to India, China,
and other parts of Asia.
It was brought to Taipei during
the Japanese colonial period
and spread throughout
the entire island,
especially prospering
in Tainan's Baihe,
Taoyuan's Xinwu, and Guanyin.
It has become extremely
economically important as both
an agricultural product
and tourist attraction.
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Green in the City
Amidst the hustle and bustle
of daily life,
who doesn't crave
the tranquility of nature?
So let's go to the lotus pond!
This place is like
the lungs of the city.
You can come here
to refresh your spirit,
have a warm cup of
tea or coffee,
and escape your troubles
for a day of relaxation.
It's like a miniature world
with butterflies, dragonflies,
and birds of all colors,
basking in their natural habitat.
Right next door is the Museum,
with its vast collection
revered around the world.
It will take you back in time
and leave a lasting impression—
Here, nature and culture
intertwine into
a living museum.
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