Dapochi|The beautiful scenery of lakes and mountains in the Hualien-Taitung Valley, the quiet secret place of Chihshang Township
📍 Location
No. 23, Chifu Road, Chishang Township, Taitung County
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🚗 Transportation
• Driving by yourself:
Starting from downtown Taitung, drive north along Provincial Highway 9 and follow the signs at km 322. It will take about an hour to arrive.
• Public Transportation:
Take the Taiwan Railway to Chihshang Station. After exiting the station, you can rent a bicycle and follow the signs to Dapo Pond, which is about a 10-minute drive away. 
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📝 Personal experience
Dapo Pond is located in Chihshang Township, Taitung County. It is the largest natural lake in the Hualien-Taitung Valley, with an area of about 28 hectares and an altitude of 262 meters. It is a fault pond formed by fault activity. The lake is surrounded by coastal mountains, and the blue sky, white clouds and distant mountains are reflected on the lake surface, creating a picturesque scenery.  
There is a bicycle path around the lake, where you can ride with the breeze on your face, which is refreshing. Every June, the lotus flowers in the lake are in full bloom, competing with the reflections of the mountains on the lake surface, like an ink painting by nature. 
Dapo Pond is also an ecologically rich wetland with a variety of aquatic plants, such as lotus, water chestnut, bamboo shoots, etc. It attracts many birds to inhabit, such as egrets, ducks, swallows, etc. It is a paradise for bird-watching enthusiasts. 
In addition, every July and August, the Chihshang Township Office holds the "Chihshang Bamboo Raft Season" event, providing traditional bamboo rafting experiences and allowing visitors to experience the lifestyle of former fishermen firsthand. 
The tranquility and beauty of Dapo Pond make it a great place to get away from it all and relax.
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