The “Holding Hands Bridge” spans between Wangyou Lake and Youqing Lake, connecting two detention basins on either side with a combined flood retention capacity of 6,000 cubic meters.

The surrounding area is designed with native plant species and eco-friendly construction techniques, creating a low-disturbance, diverse, and low-maintenance ecological conservation zone.

In addition to providing essential flood control and disaster prevention functions, the area has become a sanctuary for both resident and migratory birds.

A birdwatching platform is also located along the shore of Wangyou Lake, allowing visitors to observe a variety of waterfowl and appreciate the rich biodiversity and beauty of the wetland ecosystem.

Approved by the Executive Yuan on February 19, 2009, this project was initiated as part of Taiwan’s Economic Stimulus Public Construction Program, with the overarching goal of enhancing railway transportation efficiency and service quality along the east coast, while promoting balanced regional development.

Commencing in 2008 and scheduled for completion in 2015, the project covers the railway stretch between Hualien Station and Zhiben Station, totaling approximately 166.1 kilometers. The scope of work includes full electrification of the line and double tracking at four major bottleneck sections, along with improvements to track curvature for better train stability and speed.

With an estimated budget of NT$25.429 billion, the project spans both Hualien and Taitung counties. Upon completion, it is expected to significantly increase transportation capacity, reduce travel time, promote tourism and local industries, and realize the long-term vision of a fully electrified, modernized railway system in eastern Taiwan.

Since its opening in 1978, National Freeway No.1 has played a vital role in Taiwan’s economic development. The section from Wugu to Yangmei is especially significant, as it connects the political and economic center of Greater Taipei with the key technology and industrial hubs in central and southern Taiwan. Additionally, it links directly to Taoyuan International Airport, making it not only the economic lifeline of the country but also a critical international gateway. In recent years, rapid population growth and intensified economic activity have resulted in significant congestion along this corridor, severely diminishing the freeway’s service level and overall efficiency. To relieve traffic bottlenecks, restore intercity mobility, and enhance Taiwan’s competitiveness, the widening project was initiated as a strategic infrastructure improvement.

The project spans approximately 40 kilometers, from the elevated Wugu Viaduct in Xizhi District (KM 31) to the Yangmei Toll Station in Taoyuan (KM 71). It follows the existing alignment of Freeway No.1 and traverses several key municipalities, including Wugu, Taishan, Linkou, Guishan, Luzhu, Taoyuan City, Zhongli, Pingzhen, and Yangmei. 

The planning report for this project was reviewed and approved in principle at the 1,318th meeting of the Council for Economic Planning and Development (CEPD) of the Executive Yuan on February 18, 2008. The project was approved for phased implementation, with both medium-short-term and long-term plans, prioritizing the medium-short-term development.

The original project duration was set at seven years, with a total estimated budget of NT$15 billion. The project was officially approved by the Executive Yuan on March 13, 2008, under Official Letter No. 0970009352.

At present, detailed design and land acquisition procedures have been completed. In consideration of construction scheduling needs, strategies to expand work zones and accelerate construction progress were developed, aiming to shorten the total construction period from the original seven years to five. This adjustment was made to ensure timely completion of the full electrification of the Hualien–Taitung Railway Line by the end of 2013.

The C1 section of the Anshuo to Caopu segment of the South Link Highway (Provincial Highway No. 9) extends from kilometer mark 0K+000 to 6K+300, with a total length of 6.3 kilometers. Located across Daren Township in Taitung County and Shizi Township in Pingtung County, the project forms part of a broader initiative to upgrade and expand the South Link Highway, with the aim of improving transportation efficiency and enhancing travel safety in eastern Taiwan.

The new alignment proceeds from north to south, traversing the broad lower river valley of the Anshuo River. This section of the river is currently protected by existing levees. To minimize disruption and reduce land acquisition costs, the alignment is positioned along the outside of these levees. The route then skirts the edges of the Daren and Anshuo communities, crossing the Anshuo River near its confluence with the Wufugu Creek, a tributary of the Anshuo River.

Following the river crossing, the route meanders along Wufugu Creek, passing through multiple ecologically sensitive riparian areas and steep slopes before terminating at the northern entrance of a new tunnel section.