Based on its historic background, Youth Park used to be a military training field during the Japanese ruling period. Next, it became a small airport and due to the geographic location they used to name the airport “Southern Airport.” Later the government transformed this area to a park and it was established in 1977.
Since the park is the fourth largest park in Taipei, sometimes large events are held here. It is also a peaceful and quiet park that you will see some elder people come here to exercise and do the Tai Chi, and It is also a big park for family outing such as playing frisbie, badminton or having a picnic. There are few attractions nearby the Youth Park that are Taipei Botanical Garden, Postal Museum, Longshan Temple, and several night markets. It will be a good option to arrange a half day or a day trip to sightseeing around.
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