Seven Star Park (Qixing Gongyuan)

Welcome to Gway-lin's largest and most comprehensive green space, Chee-syng Gohng-yoo-ahn, or Seven Star Park. Located on the eastern bank of the Lee River, this massive park covers over forty hectares and is a microcosm of…

As we enter the park, our first stop is the magnificent Hwah-chyow, or Flower Bridge. This is the oldest and most famous bridge in Gway-lin, originally built during the Song Dynasty nearly eight hundred years ago. …

Now, we venture into the heart of Putuo Mountain to explore the massive Chee-syng-yahn, or Seven Star Cave. This is a spectacular underground world, a remnant of an ancient river that flowed through the limestone millions of…

In the center of the park rises one of Gway-lin's most recognizable peaks: Lwo-two-shahn, or Camel Hill. From a distance, this limestone formation perfectly resembles a giant camel sitting on the grass, its two humps clearly…

We now ascend Poo-two Mountain, the largest peak in the park and the location of the Seven Star Cave entrance. The climb is gentle and takes you past a collection of ancient stone tablets known as the Gui-hai Stele Forest. …

A popular section for families within the park is the Seven Star Zoo. While it is a smaller facility, it is home to several rare animals, including the beloved giant pandas. …

Our final stop within the park is Yweh-yah-shahn, or Crescent Hill, named for the crescent-shaped opening in its side. This hill is surrounded by a dense forest of Osmanthus trees, which are the official flower of Gway-lin. …

As we head back toward the Flower Bridge, take a final look at the Seven Star constellation of peaks rising around you. We have walked over ancient stone arches, explored the depths of the Seven Star Cave, stood where world…