Long Yuan Temple Shopping District Introduction
The Longyuan Temple business district, guided by the Taoyuan City Government’s Economic Development Bureau, is located in the center of Longtan District and is centered around the century-old Longyuan Temple. The business area includes major thoroughfares such as Dachang Road, Zhongzheng Road, and Longyuan Road, featuring numerous chain stores, unique delicacies, and cultural attractions that combine history and humanity. The old street area offers new experiences, where food, drinks, and entertainment come alive! Longyuan Temple has been a local center of faith since the Qing Dynasty, primarily dedicated to the agricultural deity - the God of Agriculture (also known as Emperor Shennong). Every April, the “Wugu Ye Cultural Festival” celebrates the birthday of the God of Agriculture with activities such as pig racing and traditional music performances, drawing crowds in the thousands. The annual Lantern Festival features events such as the “Antique Parade” and the God of Wealth's golden treasure procession, matching the exuberance of the Lunar New Year. No visit to the temple square business district is complete without trying the local snacks! The insider’s favorite “QQ Sweet Potato Balls” are sweet yet not overly heavy, best enjoyed hot. The queued delicacy “Golden Chicken King Salt Crispy Chicken” is golden and crispy, a must-eat for anyone returning to Longtan! The over 80-year-old “Matsuyama Ice Store” offers traditional handmade treats that preserve the natural flavors of the ingredients, refreshing and perfect for summer. “Old Dad Stinky Tofu,” with its homemade sauce, elevates the taste and is considered a late-night snack favorite! Furthermore, the temple square snacks are just the beginning. The renowned health-conscious food culture is another highlight of the Longyuan Temple business district. Follow the aromatic scent of herbal medicine to a time-honored herbal shop, where you can savor generations-old health remedies, refreshing and invigorating. Multiple shops along the way offer delicious dishes made from local ingredients; “Three Kids and One Dad” Hakka Mochi Pizza uses premium Longquan rice, enticingly chewy without sticking to your teeth. While enjoying wooden crafts, diners can experience the seasonal omakase cuisine at “Into the Wood,” promoting a health-first dining concept. “Lu Xue Xue Heavy Cheese Cake Workshop” insists on no additives, featuring Oriental Beauty tea-flavored cake and Taro Happiness Cheese Cake, allowing dessert lovers to indulge healthily. While satisfying the palate, mental nourishment is also essential! The Japanese-style house within the Zhong Zhaozheng Literary Life Park is the former residence of Zhong Zhaozheng, where you can delve into “Lü Bing Hua” and appreciate the deep literary context. Strolling around the Longtan Great Pond or visiting the dragon slide in the summer offers refreshing activities for both body and mind, making it a great place for family fun. The Shengji Pavilion, the best-preserved of its kind in Taiwan, features tall stone pillars and a symmetrical three-courtyard garden, reflecting the scholars’ reverence for literature and the past with a touch of nostalgia.
