Nestled up in the mountains of Tainan lies one of the country’s most historic feats of hydraulic engineering. Though not the largest reservoir in Taiwan, Wushanto Reservoir is an iconic Tainan tourist spot. When completed in 1930, Wushantou Reservoir was the largest artificial lake in Taiwan, the entirety of Asia, and the third largest reservoir in …
Shihmen Reservoir (石門水庫, lit. Stone Gate Dam) is the third largest reservoir in Taiwan. An artificial lake and dam, Shihmen Reservoir is a crucial player in keeping Northern Taiwan online and hydrated, even being the source of power and (drinking) water for much of Taoyuan, New Taipei City, and Hsinchu. Where is Shihmen Reservoir? Shihmen …