Xiangshan Park

Xiangshan Park was formerly Zhongqiang Park. It was developed due to its proximity to Xiangshan (Elephant Mountain) and subsequently renamed "Xiangshan Park" to better reflect its geographical features and public expectations. The park is home to the Taipei tree frog, the only conservation-listed animal named after Taipei. Such precious ecological resources deserve careful protection, encouraging people to learn how to coexist harmoniously with nature. Therefore, many facilities in the park incorporate the imagery or colors of the Taipei tree frog. For example, tree frog footprints embedded in the ground symbolize the leaps of natural life; park lights feature tree frog silhouettes that complement the tree canopy; and the colors of seat armrests, public restroom walls, and ceilings all reflect the unique ecological resources of Xiangshan Park. For the exterior walls of the public restrooms, spiritual artist Teacher Zeng Ri-sheng was specially invited to create murals of flowers, green grass, and tree frogs, aiming to bring intangible life energy to visitors. These murals are adjacent to the children's playground, allowing playing children and resting parents to feel pleasant and relaxed upon seeing these vibrant flowers. The design of Xiangshan Park's children's playground echoes the local Taipei tree frog resources, with the entire space conceptualized as "The Tree Frog's Adventure." Through the creation of flat areas and a central landscape mound, it symbolizes the tree frog's three states of life: in water, on land, and in trees. The landscape mound also combines various facilities such as rock climbing, rope climbing, slides, holes, and stairs, allowing children to play freely and invent their own games. Additionally, there are climbing net sets, including suspension bridge steps, spider web-like nets, and X-shaped net combinations, providing older children with opportunities for muscle stretching. The playground features three types of swings: a general swing for children aged 6 and above, an enclosed swing primarily for toddlers under 6, and Taiwan's first double swing, which can be used by two children or a parent and child together, allowing for intimate interaction between parents and children. Furthermore, an accessible rocker is installed beneath the play mound, where children can lie, sit, or even stand to experience the exciting sensation of rocking or swaying. (Text data partially sourced from the Taipei City Public Works Department)