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Guandu Temple
No. 360, Zhixing Road, Beitou District, Taipei City, Taiwan 112Built in 1661, Guandu Temple is one of the oldest temples in Taipei. The massive, huge temple was built right on the side of the mountain, next to a tunnel more than 100 meters long through the mountain. Strolling along the temple to the back, visitors will have a panoramic view of the gentle Tamsui River. With Guandu Temple, you will have the opportunity to learn about local beliefs and unique architectural and cultural values.
Guandu Temple was started construction in 1661, dedicated to Thien Hau Thanh Mau, who always protects and appears to help local fishermen when facing big waves. According to legend in 1895, three ancient banyan trees in front of the temple gate suddenly died in the night, local people believe that it is the message from the Holy Mother warning about an impending disaster in this land; and it is true that the area was soon occupied by the Japanese.
The temple has a unique value in terms of design and traditional Qing Dynasty architecture. You will find all over the temple majestic carved Chinese religious and cultural lions; Dragon decorations are designed in a sophisticated mosaic style, or even the gods responsible for protecting the temple are made with reliefs instead of using paintings. In the center of the temple is Thien Hau Thanh Mau sitting majestically with a gentle and compassionate face, always looking at sentient beings. The design of the temple is considered to be the most original and authentic expression in Taipei City.
Next to the main temple is an 80 meter deep cave where 28 guardian gods are worshiped according to Buddhist beliefs and behind the cave is a statue of Ba Quan Buddha with thousand hands and thousand eyes. Above the temple is a hillside with a trail where visitors can spend a little time walking to enjoy the charming natural scenery formed by clouds and mountains.
The temple is also located next to Guandu Pier and Guandu Bridge, spanning Taipei City and Bali District of New Taipei City. Guandu Pier offers transportation for visitors to visit the Tamsui River and nearby fishing villages, so you can combine this attraction with an exciting river cruise. In addition, the Guandu temple and pier are adjacent to the Guandu Nature Reserve, a 57-hectare park with an incredibly rich and diverse riverine ecosystem.
The temple is open from 07.00 AM to 09.00 PM, admission is free. You can use public transportation to visit Guandu Temple: take Tamsui train (Red Line 2) to Guandu station and then take bus R35 or S23 and get off at the temple gate.