Kinmen National Park

The Kinmen National Park (traditional Chinese: 金門國家公園; simplified Chinese: 金门国家公园; pinyin: Jīnmén Guójiā Gōngyuán) is a national park in Kinmen, Fuchien Province, Republic of China (Taiwan).

Kinmen National Park
IUCN category II (national park)
Historic area in Kinmen National Park
Kinmen National Park area in Kinmen County
Location	Kinmen, Fujian, Republic of China (Taiwan)
Coordinates	24°26′52″N 118°21′52″E
Area	35.29 km2 (13.63 sq mi)
Established	18 October 1995
Governing body	National Park Service Kinmen National Park Headquarters
Website	www.kmnp.gov.tw

History

The park was established in 1995, three years after martial law was lifted in the county.^[1]

Geology

The park covers an area of 35.3 km² or around a quarter of Kinmen County area. It is divided into five areas, which are Taiwu Mountain, Kuningtou, Gugang, Mashan Hill, and Lieyu.^[2][3]

Ecology

Due to its subtropical climate and low human population, the park becomes the place for migratory birds during autumn until spring. As many as 319 species of bird have been sighted in the area.^[3]

Types

• Scenic area
• Historical preservation area
• Recreational area
• General restricted area

See also

• List of national parks in Taiwan