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Xizhi Gongbei Temple

The Xizhi Gongbei Temple (Chinese: 汐止拱北殿; pinyin: Xīzhǐ gǒngběi diàn) is a traditional Taoist temple located on Sanxiu Mountain in Xizhi District, New Taipei, Taiwan. Zhenren Lü Dongbin, known locally as Hianggong (Chinese: 仙公), is the principal Deity worshiped at Xizhi Gongbei Temple. Every year, from late November to late December, the temple is also a popular tourist spot for maple viewing. There are various hiking trails around the Xizhi Gongbei Temple. The cityscape of downtown Xizhi and the mountains in the distance can be viewed after following the stone steps up to the Chuanliu Pavilion. History Xizhi Gongbei Temple was first built during the Japanese rule in 1906. Since then, it has been reconstructed four times. Its last reconstruction started in 1960 and was completed in 1966. Transportation The temple is accessible by Xizhi railway station of Taiwan Railway. Gallery See also Lü Dongbin Zhinan Temple (指南宮), Taipei, Taiwan List of temples in Taiwan Religion in Taiwan References External links
Zi Yun Yan

Zi Yun Yan (Chinese: 紫雲巖; pinyin: Zǐyúnyán; lit. 'purple cloud temple'), alternatively romanized as Tzu Yun Yen, is a temple located in Qingshui District, Taichung, Taiwan. The temple is dedicated to Guanyin. History According to temple officials, Zi Yun Yan was built in 1662 during Kangxi Emperor's reign in the Qing dynasty. From tradition, a traveling roofer passed by the current site, where he hung his Guanyin statue on a tree. When he left, he forgot to take the statue with him. Local residents then saw a bright light emitting from the tree, so they built a temple for worship. However, according to a Japanese survey in 1897, the temple was built in 1870. The 1935 Shinchiku-Taichū earthquake heavily damaged the building, but this was not repaired until 1946. Between 1972 and 1980, the temple underwent a major renovation to coincide with the construction of the Port of Taichung. During this time, the temple was transformed from having only one floor to the current five-story building. Structure Zi Yun Yan has a total of five stories and multiple altars contain many different deities. On the first floor, the main hall is dedicated to Guanyin in the middle, along with Wenshu and Puxian on the sides. On the second floor, there are halls for Huangdi, Shennong, Mazu, Koxinga, Wenchang Dijun, and others. On the third floor, there is a hall where the temple will place one of sixty Tai Sui statues in its possession. The statue changes every year according to the sexagenary cycle. A pair of three-story bell towers are placed beside the front entrance, and there is a small garden behind the temple. Across the street from the temple, there is an administration building owned by the temple that contains a museum, library, and lodging for pilgrims. Traditions The largest festival of the year is Ghost Festival. Each year, the temple assigns one of the thirty-two villages in Qingshui as host, and the residents are tasked with preparing the offerings. In 2020, Qiaotou Village prepared 1,950 tables of offerings, which were all placed in the temple's plaza. In the ninth month of the lunar year, a festival is held in the five villages in the Gaomei Region (near Gaomei Wetlands), where Zi Yun Yan sends out a convoy transporting a Guanyin statue named Erma (二媽) to tour the villages. According to legend, a Gaomei resident found a glowing piece of wood, which he donated to Zi Yun Yan. The temple then carved the wood into the Erma statue today. Historically, Zi Yun Yan was a major stop on the annual Dajia Mazu Pilgrimage. However, in 2006, Zi Yan Yan was hosting a table tennis tournament on the day and turned down the procession, and the procession has never returned since. Other Mazu pilgrimages, like the Baishatun Mazu Pilgrimage, will occasionally stop at Zi Yun Yan. Worshippers may purchase a small candle (known as guangmingdeng), in which the temple will put on display for the entire year. In 2009, there were 79,214 candles that were lit. Gallery References
Twin Candlestick Islets

The Twin Candlestick Islets (traditional Chinese: 蠋臺雙嶼; simplified Chinese: 蠋台双屿; pinyin: Zhútái Shuāng Yǔ) are islets in Jinshan District, New Taipei, Taiwan. History The islets were once part of Jinshan Cape. Due to the continuous movement of tectonics plates and coastal erosion, they separated from the island of Taiwan. Initially they were a single rock arch, but the top collapsed thus made them look like two candlesticks. Geology The islets are located 450 meters off the coast of Jinshan Cape. The highest elevation of the islets is 60 meters. See also List of islands of Taiwan References
Îlots Zhutai

Les îlots Zhutai (Chinois traditionnel: 蠋臺雙嶼 ; pinyin: Zhútái Shuāng Yǔ) sont deux îlots similaires en forme de bâton de bougie dans le district de Jinshan, dans le Nouveau Taipei à Taïwan. Géologie Ces îlots faisaient autrefois partie du cap Jinshan. Avec le mouvement continu des plaques tectoniques et l'effet de l'érosion côtière, elles se séparèrent de l'île de Taïwan. Au début, l'îlot formait une simple arche rocheuse, mais le sommet s’effondra, ce qui les fit ressembler à deux chandeliers. Géographie Les îlots sont situés à 450 mètres du cap Jinshan. Références Articles connexes Jinshan Liste des îles de Taïwan Portail de Taïwan Portail des îles
Xinzhuang Joint Office Tower

Xinzhuang Joint Office Tower, Executive Yuan (traditional Chinese: 行政院新莊聯合辦公大樓; simplified Chinese: 行政院新庄联合办公大楼; pinyin: Xíngzhèng Yuàn Xīnzhuāng Liánhé Bàngōng Dàlóu) is a joint Republic of China government buildings in Xinzhuang District, New Taipei, Taiwan. History The construction of the buildings were completed on 13 June 2013. All of the relevant government agencies then moved to the building in September 2013. Architecture The buildings were designed by M. H. Wu & Associates with a construction budget of NT$6,989,100,000. It consists of two towers, which are North Tower and South Tower. The building houses the headquarters of some ministries or councils of the central government, including Council of Indigenous Peoples, Hakka Affairs Council and the Ministry of Culture. Transportation The buildings are accessible within walking distance south of Xinzhuang Fuduxin Station of Taipei Metro. See also Executive Yuan References External links Official website (in Chinese)
Yehliu Ocean World

The Yehliu Ocean World (Chinese: 野柳海洋世界; pinyin: Yěliǔ Hǎiyáng Shìjiè) is an oceanarium in Yehliu Village, Wanli District, New Taipei, Taiwan. History The oceanarium was opened in 1980. On 13 July 2013, the building was hit by surge of waves caused by Typhoon Soulik causing NT$5 million in damage. Architecture The theme park has a seating capacity of 3,500 seats. It also includes a 100 meters long underwater tunnel. Attractions The oceanarium features an aquarium which consists of various sea creatures. Transportation The theme park is accessible by bus from Keelung Station of Taiwan Railway. See also List of tourist attractions in Taiwan References External links Official website
Chen Jhong-he Memorial Hall

The Chen Jhong-he Memorial Hall (traditional Chinese: 陳中和紀念館; simplified Chinese: 陈中和纪念馆; pinyin: Chén Zhōnghé Jìniànguǎn) is a memorial hall dedicated to Chen Jhong-he located in Lingya District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan. History In 1911, Chen Jhong-he used to be the richest man in Kaohsiung. He built a Western-style terrace which was completed in 1920 which then became the first private Western residence in the city. His descendants funded renovation to the building to commemorate him and then named the building as Chen Jhong-he Memorial Hall which is now open to public. Architecture The 2-story building was built in a European Renaissance style. However, the symmetrical layout of the main hall and patient's wards resembles traditional Taiwanese hospitals. Transportation The building is three blocks from the Cruise Terminal light rail station. The building is also accessible within walking distance west from Sanduo Shopping District Station of Kaohsiung MRT. See also List of tourist attractions in Taiwan Tomb of Chen Jhong-he References
Kaohsiung City Lingya Sports Center

The Kaohsiung City Lingya Sports Center (Chinese: 高雄市苓雅運動中心; pinyin: Gāoxióng Shì Língyǎ Yùndòng Zhōngxīn), originally the Chung Cheng Martial Arts Stadium (Chinese: 中正技擊館; pinyin: Zhōngzhèng Jìjīguǎn), is a sports center in Lingya District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan. The stadium was one of the venues for the World Games 2009. History The stadium was originally constructed for the 1986 National Games as the Chung Cheng Martial Arts Stadium. It was later renamed to Kaohsiung City Lingya Sports Center. Structure The stadium is separated into the Eastern and Western Zone with three halls in each of them of an area 620 m2 each. The audience stage can accommodate 1,400 people each with a total capacity of 7,000 seats. Transportation The sports center is accessible from exit 4 of the Lingya Sports Park Station of the Kaohsiung MRT. See also List of stadiums in Taiwan References External links Official website (in Chinese)
Banping Lake Wetland Park

The Banping Lake Wetland Park (traditional Chinese: 半屏湖濕地公園; simplified Chinese: 半屏湖湿地公园; pinyin: Bànpínghú Shīdì Gōngyuán; Wade–Giles: Panp'inghu Shihti Kungyüan) is a constructed wetland in Zuoying District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan. History The area around the park used to be a geological limestone mountain called Mount Banping. It used to be an important source of Taiwan's limestone ore needs. In 1997, the mining activities ceased to operate after 30 years of activity and the mining area began to recover to its original condition. Several years later, the Kaohsiung City Government carried out a conservation plan to protect the soil and water for the abandoned mine area. After years of restorative afforestation and rehabilitation, the mountain slowly regained its original beauty. In 2004, the Kaohsiung Association of Hydraulic Engineers was commissioned by the Kaohsiung City government to assess the feasibility of converting the grit chamber area at the southern base of Banping Mountain, owned by Chien Tai Cement Company, into a wetland park. The result of the evaluation was positive. In 2005, the city government developed a nature park at the foot of Banping Mountain's northwestern side. At the southern base of the mountain, they also constructed five flood-detention grit chambers. Artificial wetlands were also created to serve as both grit-removal systems and flood-detention basins. Geology The park spans over an area of 13 hectares. It features viewing platforms and bird-watching huts. Transportation The wetland is accessible within walking distance north of Xinzuoying Station. See also Mining in Taiwan Gaomei Wetlands References
Gugang Lake

The Gugang Lake (Chinese: 古崗湖; pinyin: Gǔgǎng Hú) is a natural lake in Jincheng Township, Kinmen County, Fuchien Province, Republic of China. Geology The lake is surrounded by hills and willows growing on its shore. It is the habitat for aquatic birds, especially the European hoopoes. Features The lake features the Gugang Pavilion and Tower (古崗樓) which was built in 1964 by Zhuang Wu-nan from Tamsui, Taipei after ten months of construction works. The pavilion is 16 meters in height. References
Kinmen Folk Culture Village

The Kinmen Folk Culture Village (traditional Chinese: 金門民俗文化村; simplified Chinese: 金门民俗文化村; pinyin: Jīnmén Mínsú Wénhuà Cūn) is a cultural center in Jinsha Township, Kinmen County, Taiwan. History The culture village was designed by an architect from Jiangxi and built by Wang Kuo-chen, a successful businessman who created his wealth while he was in Japan. The construction started in 1876 and it took 25 years to complete all buildings in this area in the year 1900. During the martial law period, the village was renovated to become a folk culture village and later in 1995 was included into the Kinmen National Park. It was the first village in Kinmen which was turned into a tourist destination. Architecture The culture village has the most complete range Hokkien architecture on the island, consisting of 18 house buildings, including 16 symmetrical two-courtyard historic houses, an ancestral shrine and a village private school (村塾) named Haizhutang (海珠堂). All of the buildings were built on the hillside of Mount Wuhu (五虎山) facing the sea in three orderly rows on a solid granite rock bed. It consists of three settlements, Shangbao (上堡), Zhongbao (中堡) and Xiabao (下堡). Shanghao and Zhongbao belonged to the Wang clan while the Xiabao settlement belonged to the Liang clan. See also Kinmen References
Hsinchu Biomedical Science Park

The Hsinchu Biomedical Science Park (HBSP; traditional Chinese: 新竹生物醫學園區; simplified Chinese: 新竹生物医学园区; pinyin: Xīnzhú Shēngwù Yīxué Yuánqū) is an industrial park in Zhubei City, Hsinchu County, Taiwan which is part of the Hsinchu Science Park. History The project for the establishment of the science park was approved by the Executive Yuan on 28 March 2003, followed by the budgeting process, land acquisition, park planning and construction of the public facilities and biotechnology plant. It was opened on 16 December 2014. Architecture The industrial park spans over an area of 38.1 hectares. Transportation The industrial park is accessible within walking distance east of Hsinchu Station of Taiwan High Speed Rail. Tenants National Laboratory Animal Center References
Nantou County Government

The Nantou County Government (traditional Chinese: 南投縣政府; simplified Chinese: 南投县政府; pinyin: Nántóu Xiàn Zhèngfǔ) is the local government of Nantou County, Taiwan. History The county government was established on 21 October 1950. Administrative divisions Police Bureau Fire Bureau Environmental Protection Bureau Tax Bureau Cultural Affairs Bureau See also Nantou County Council References
Zhouzi Qingshui Temple

The Qing Shui Temple (Chinese: 清水宮; pinyin: Qīngshuǐ Gōng) is a temple located around Lotus Lake in Zuoying District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Description The temple is situated at the East and faces to the West. Lotus Lake is in front of the temple. On its right hand side lays Panping Mountain, and its left hand side is Great and Small Tortoise Mountains. The temple's style is a mixture of Eastern and Western. The structure is magnificent and the impressive style is dignified and solemn. The statue of the intelligent and courageous master garrisoned the village at then trance. It is height of 50 feet, length of 30 feet and width of 28 feet. It was inlaid by 387 units of Hunglung stones. The wooden carved traditional palace lanterns hung at the main temple has an impressive dignified and solemn air. The celestial dragons, lighting lamps, net walls, arches, relief in sculptures, tablets, and net windows are all carved in Chinese cypress with its true color remained. The door gods made of sunflower pear solemn. The sculptors of Tungyang of Chekiang Province especially came here to do the carving and inlaying work. The round columns and walls inside the temple adopt natural milky white fossils matched with wood sculptures. It set up both of elevators and staircases are facing each other; it's safe and convenient. History This temple is dedicated to Patriarch Ching Chwee, a national hero who fought against the Yuan army and helped resume the Sung dynasty. His job included the management of awards for good deeds and punishment for evil deeds in the domains of Yin and Yang. He saved the souls of thousands of people. Whatever they requested, the Master must give them. His kindness knew no bounds, and the fruits he brought were numerous. References
Zhongli Arts Hall

The Zhongli Arts Hall (traditional Chinese: 中壢藝術館; simplified Chinese: 中坜艺术馆; pinyin: Zhōnglì Yìshùguǎn) is an arts center in Zhongli District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan. History The center was opened on 25 October 1985. Architecture Concert hall Lecture hall Exhibition rooms Transportation The center is accessible within walking distance north of Zhongli Station of Taiwan Railway. See also List of tourist attractions in Taiwan References External links Zhongli Arts Hall on Facebook
Shuitou Pier

The Shuitou Pier (traditional Chinese: 水頭碼頭; simplified Chinese: 水头码头; pinyin: Shuǐtóu Mǎtóu) is a pier in Jincheng Township, Kinmen County, Fujian Province, Republic of China. History The pier area was originally a fishing harbor. On 30 October 2008, an inauguration ceremony was held at the pier to mark the installation of fire hydrant system using seawater to extinguish fire. The ceremony was attended by Kinmen County Magistrate Lee Chu-feng. The fire fighting system was installed by the Fire Bureau of Kinmen County Government. Routes and operation Ferries departing from the pier go to Jiugong Pier in Lieyu Island. It also departs to Dongdu Port and Wutong Port in Xiamen and Shijing Port in Quanzhou. It operates 42 boats per day. Transportation The pier is accessible by bus from Jincheng town center. See also Three Links References
Puppetry Art Center of Taipei

The Puppetry Art Center of Taipei (PACT; traditional Chinese: 台北偶戲館; simplified Chinese: 台北偶戏馆; pinyin: Táiběi Ǒuxì Guǎn) is an arts center in Songshan District, Taipei, Taiwan. History In 1998, Lin Ching-fu, chairperson of the Taiyuan Arts and Culture Foundation, donated his personal collection of puppets which he had been collecting over years to Taipei City Government. The center was then planned by the Department of Cultural Affairs of the city government. The center was eventually opened on 7 August 2004. Architecture The center is divided into four areas, which are glove puppets, string puppets, shadow puppets and interactive games. Activities The center regularly holds puppet shows and educational puppetry classes, including puppet making workshop. Transportation The center is accessible within walking distance southwest of Nanjing Sanmin Station of Taipei Metro. See also List of tourist attractions in Taiwan References External links Official website
Shenmu railway station

Shenmu or Sacred Tree station (traditional Chinese: 神木車站; simplified Chinese: 神木车站; pinyin: Shénmù Chēzhàn) is a railway station on the Alishan Forest Railway line located in Alishan Township, Chiayi County, Taiwan. Name The station was named after a famous Alishan sacred tree that aged more than 3,000 years locally known as Shenmu. However, the tree was toppled in a storm in 1997. History The station was opened in 1914. In April 2011, a train on the Shenmu line derailed killing five passengers and injuring 113 others. The station was then subsequently closed. The station was then reopened on 20 January 2012. Nearby stations Erwanping <-- Alishan Forest railway --> Alishan See also List of railway stations in Taiwan References
Crown Commercial Building

The Crown Commercial Building, also known as Hua Guan Tower (Chinese: 元邦皇冠商業大樓; pinyin: Yuánbāng huángguàn shāngyè dàlóu), is a skyscraper completed in 2000 in Xinyi District, Keelung, Taiwan. As of December 2020, it is the tallest building in Keelung. The height of the building is 148 m (486 ft), and it comprises 33 floors above ground, as well as seven basement levels. The first to sixth levels house MOYA Sparkle Shopping Mall (摩亞時尚廣場) and the 7th to 10th levels house Showtime Cinemas. See also List of tallest buildings in Asia List of tallest buildings in Taiwan Glory Tower Port City Pearl References
Crown Commercial Building

Crown Commercial Building, también conocido como Hua Guan Tower (en Chino: 元邦皇冠商業大樓, en Pinyin: Yuánbāng huángguàn shāngyè dàlóu), es un edificio terminado en 2000, ubicado en distrito de Xinyi, en Keelung, Taiwán. A junio de 2026, es el edificio más alto de Keelung.​ La altura del edificio es 148 metros y consta de 33 pisos sobre el nivel del suelo, así como 7 niveles de sótano.​​​ Los niveles del primero al sexto albergan el centro comercial MOYA Sparkle (en Chino: 摩亞時尚廣場) y los niveles del séptimo al décimo albergan los cines Showtime. Véase también Anexo:Edificios más altos de Taiwán Taipei 101 Tuntex Sky Tower Glory Tower Port City Pearl Referencias Enlaces externos
Crown Commercial Building

Le Crown Commercial Building (en chinois traditionnel : 元邦皇冠 ; pinyin : Yuánbāng huángguàn) ou Lih-Rong An Imperial Crown Building est un gratte-ciel de 148 mètres de hauteur construit en 2001 à Keelung dans le nord de l'île de Taïwan. C'est le plus haut édifice de Keelung et l'un des deux gratte-ciel de la ville. L'immeuble abrite des commerces sur les six premiers étages, des cinémas, un hôtel et des bureaux sur 33 étages pour une surface de plancher de 33 140 m2. L'architecte est le Taïwanais Huang Mingcheng. Notes et références Liens externes Crown Commercial Building sur Skyscraperpage Crown Commercial Building (Lih-Rong An Imperial Crown Building) sur CTBUH Portail des gratte-ciel Portail de Taïwan
Kao-Ping Hsi Bridge

Kao-Ping Hsi Bridge (traditional Chinese: 高屏溪斜張橋; simplified Chinese: 高屏溪斜张桥; pinyin: Gāopíng Xī Xiézhāng Qiáo) is a cable-stayed bridge over the Gaoping River connecting Dashu, Kaohsiung and Jiuru, Pingtung County in Taiwan. The bridge carries the Freeway 3 and was completed in 1999. The bridge is an important transport corridor between Kaohsiung and Pingtung and a famous landmark in Pingtung. See also List of bridges in Taiwan List of tallest bridges References External links
Lanyu Lighthouse

The Lanyu Lighthouse (traditional Chinese: 蘭嶼燈塔; simplified Chinese: 兰屿灯塔; pinyin: Lányǔ Dēngtǎ) is a lighthouse in Orchid Island, Taitung County, Taiwan. History The lighthouse was built in 1982. Architecture The lighthouse emits four white flashes every 24 seconds with a luminous intensity of 1.2 million candlepower and nominal range of 25.1 nautical miles. This concrete lighthouse tower stands at 15 meters with lantern and gallery. It is painted in white for its all and black for its dome. See also List of lighthouses in Taiwan List of tourist attractions in Taiwan References External links Maritime and Port Bureau MOTC
Zhushan Zinan Temple

The Zhushan Zinan Temple (Chinese: 竹山紫南宮; pinyin: Zhúshān Zǐnán Gōng) is a Chinese Temple dedicated to Fude Zhengshen (福德正神) and located in Sheliao Village, Zhushan Township, Nantou County, Taiwan. Popular Activities 1. Borrow money from the Fude Zhengshen (福德正神), the God of Prosperity It is believed that borrowing money from the Fude Zhengshen (福德正神), the God of Prosperity will bring good luck, good fortune, and prosperity. This is why many so people come to Zi Nan Temple to borrow money each year. This tradition has become one of the most famous activities for worshippers and tourists that come to Zi Nan Temple. See this page for a guide on how to Borrow Money from the Land God. 2. Pat the Golden Hen Pat the Golden Hen for good luck and good fortune. History The temple was established in 1745. On 23 September 2017, the temple deployed a Pepper robot to help modernize the temple's image and act as a temple guide. Transportation The temple is accessible by bus from Taichung Station of Taiwan High Speed Rail. See also Sheji (社稷) Checheng Fu'an Temple, Pingtung County Shilong Temple, Zhongliao Township List of temples in Taiwan List of tourist attractions in Taiwan References External links Official website
Jhihben National Forest Recreation Area

Zhiben National Forest Recreation Area (traditional Chinese: 知本國家森林遊樂區; simplified Chinese: 知本国家森林游乐区; pinyin: Zhīběn Guójiā Sēnlín Yóulè Qū) is located in Beinan Township, Taitung County, Taiwan. Geography The forest recreation area spans around 110 hectares in area with an elevation of 125 to 650 meters above sea level. The park has an annual mean temperature of around 22 °C. Architecture The forest features various walking trails and recreational facilities. Transportation The recreation area is accessible by bus from Taitung City. See also Geography of Taiwan References External links 知本國家森林遊樂區 (in Chinese)