Abstract
This study conducted surveys on the historical evolution of the maintenance and management of the Sacred Autumn Maple Tree Cultural Ecological Park in Taichung and the awareness of residents about da-shu gong (long-lived sacred tree), with the objective of investigating superior conservation/succession methods for places of tree worship. We observed that the Sacred Autumn Maple Tree has avoided a major growth crisis due to urban development by cooperation between local residents and the government. The questionnaire survey showed that da-shu gong contribute to the environmental, social, and spiritual aspects of the lives of local residents. This is likely due to the maintenance of the Cultural Ecological Park, symbolized by the da-shu gong, and their participation in improving the park through da-shu gong ecological conservation activities. The environmental, social, and spiritual evaluation and the multi-faceted roles of da-shu gong are enhanced through stronger connections with and greater knowledge concerning da-shu gong. The training lectures for local residents responsible for da-shu gong conservation and environmental education at the local elementary school will contribute to ensuring the continuous inheritance of positions of responsibility in the future.
https://ror.org/01hvx5h04 
