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Mei Hua Lake Leisure Agricultural Area Mei Hua Lake is named for its resemblance to the five petals of a plum blossom and was named by former President Chiang Ching-kuo. This leisure agricultural area, which focuses on lake ecology, possesses rich natural resources and diverse agricultural features, making it a unique tourist destination in Yilan County. Mei Hua Lake Leisure Agricultural Area perfectly combines natural ecology, agricultural features, and cultural attractions, providing suitable leisure activities for family outings or romantic dates, allowing visitors to experience Yilan's unique natural and cultural charm. Natural Ecology Mei Hua Lake Leisure Agricultural Area has lush forests and abundant water resources, giving rise to diverse ecosystems: * Birds: Crested Serpent Eagle, Formosan Blue Magpie, and Grey-cheeked Parakeet * Fish: carp, grass carp, and loach * Wild animals: Formosan macaques and Formosan gem-faced civet * Rare plants: Large-leaf Cherry, Ficus auriculata, and Sterculia foetida Agricultural Features As the largest mulberry production area in Yilan County, Mei Hua Lake mainly cultivates "fruit mulberry" and "striped mulberry". During the peak season of mulberry production in April, the park holds a mulberry festival, allowing visitors to experience the joy of picking mulberries and making mulberry jam. Additionally, the park promotes the concept of "slow food green living" by combining local agricultural products with various rural cultural and artistic activities. Special Agricultural Products The agricultural products of Mei Hua Lake Leisure Agricultural Area are available in season: 1. Mulberry: Peak season in April, offering fruit-picking and DIY jam-making experiences 2. Pomelo: Thin-skinned and juicy, with a small exterior but excellent taste 3. Hibiscus: Vibrant and sweet, suitable for making healthy drinks 4. Others: Lemongrass (used for essential oil products and DIY activities), jujube, and green bamboo shoots Recommended Scenic Spots 1. Mei Hua Lake: The lakeside walking path provides an excellent stroll, and visitors can also choose to ride a bike around the lake, enjoying the beautiful scenery of the willows swaying in the wind. 2. Wujie Sanqing Palace: A Daoist architecture located at the foot of Mei Hua Lake, with a majestic and elegant design that combines the essence of classical Chinese architecture, offering a panoramic view of Mei Hua Lake. 3. Maopu Ancient Path: Rebuilt thatched cottages allow visitors to experience traditional rural life. 4. Bambi Hill: Offers deer-feeding experiences, with the addition of sika deer in recent years. Barrier-Free Facilities Providing barrier-free services: * Barrier-free toilets * Barrier-free slopes Location of Barrier-Free Service: 1. The walking paths around Mei Hua Lake and in the farm are suitable for wheelchair access. 2. The farm has barrier-free restrooms. Suggested Itinerary Please click to enter the official website for more information on itineraries. Scenic Spot Introduction Please click to enter the official website for more information on scenic spots. Transportation 1. Take the free sightseeing bus (Capital 281 line, green 25, holiday scenic bus) to (De'an Temple stop) and walk for 2 minutes to the Mei Hua Lake Leisure Agricultural Tourism Service Center. 2. Exit the National Highway 5 at Luodong Interchange, turn right onto Chuangye Road, then left onto Guangrong Road, straight to Chunjing Road, left onto Zhongshan Road, left onto Mei Hua Road, left onto Lude Road, and right onto De'an Road, and the service center will be on the left-hand side after 130 meters.