Milk Lake (Taiwan) Explained

Milk Lake
Location:Shilin, Taipei, Taiwan
Coordinates:25.1668°N 121.5645°W
Type:lake
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The Milk Lake (also known as Milk pond) is a lake in Shilin District, Taipei, Taiwan. The lake is part of Yangmingshan National Park. The temperature of Milk lake is around . This lake was formed due to volcanic activities and the surrounding landscape.[1]

Geology

The lake turns white due to the sulfurous fumes vented from the lake bed which turns the water a milky white color.[2] After gradually precipitating, the sulfur forms whitish-yellow or pale grey layers on the lake bed.

Transportation

The lake is accessible by bus from Shilin Station of Taipei Metro.[3]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Latest travel itineraries for Milk Lake in November (updated in 2023), Milk Lake reviews, Milk Lake address and opening hours, popular attractions, hotels, and restaurants near Milk Lake . 2023-11-07 . TRIP.COM . en-XX.
  2. Web site: Milk Pond. roundTAIWANround. 20 October 2021.
  3. Web site: Tourist Information . 2014-12-20 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20141220132449/http://web.trtc.com.tw/e/travelinfo.asp?ID=058 . 2014-12-20 .