Jinshih Lake is located on the upper banks of Kaohsiung's Love River. It was formally known as Fudingjinbi and Dapi. Its name comes from the crescent shape of the lake,which resembles a lion. The lake covers around 10 hectares, and is one of the collection basins for the Love River. Shihshan Park, Butterfly Ecological Park, Moral Monastery and the exquisitely sculpted Fudingjin Bao-an Temple are located on the banks of the lake. The nearby Green Nursery plays an important role in creating a greener Kaohsiung and has over 90,000 different types of plants. The number of trees and the shady areas they provide is quite impressive. During the summer and autumn months the sounds of cicadas fill the air. With the sun reflecting off the lake it is a very pleasant place to spend the day. After dark the newly constructed Bridge of Lights is like a brilliant rainbow floating between the north and south shore. The light it casts over the temples is a truly beautiful sight and has become a highlight for local residents and tourists alike. Photos: