Shimen Sungshan Community Centennial Stone-Paved Terraces — Located near Jianshan Lake in Shimen District, New Taipei City, the Sungshan Terraces are the only centennial stone-paved terraces in Taiwan built with volcanic rocks from Yangmingshan. Over 300 years ago,

Shimen Sungshan Community Centennial Stone-Paved Terraces. Located near Jianshan Lake in Shimen District, New Taipei City, the Sungshan Terraces are the only centennial stone-paved terraces in Taiwan built with volcanic rocks from Yangmingshan. Over 300 years ago,. Located near Jianshan Lake in Shimen District, New Taipei City, the Sungshan Terraces are the only centennial stone-paved terraces in Taiwan built with volcanic rocks from Yangmingshan. Over 300 years ago, ancestors used the triangular tripod method to build the stone walls on the slopes of the terrace ridges. Each stone is layered and interlocked to create beautiful geometric patterns, which are aesthetically pleasing alongside the nearby field paths. April and May are the iris season, while mid-to-late June is when the cosmos flowers are in full bloom. During these seasons, the sea of flowers and the terraced landscape complement each other, creating a breathtaking view! Address: 新北市石門區山溪里尖山湖路 Hours: 00:00–23:59 New Taipei