Wenchang Temple

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The Xinzhuang Wen Chang Temple is dedicated to the deity Wen Chang Di Jun. The Ciyou Temple was renovated in the seventh year of the Yongzheng era (1729 AD) and enshrined Wen Chang Di Jun. In the eighteenth year of the Jiaqing era (1813 AD), Xinzhuang County official Cao Rulin donated to build the Wen Chang Temple on the right rear side of Ciyou Temple. Later, in the first year of the Guangxu era (1875 AD), Mengjia County official Chuan Duanquan and gentry member Chen Shizhang relocated it to its current site. This temple has undergone eight renovations over its 121-year history (although there is no information to confirm this), and due to its developmental and historical value, as well as its relatively complete preservation, it is currently listed as a National Historical Site of Grade 3. The Wen Chang Temple housed the "Taipei Mandarin Training Center Xinzhuang Branch" in Xinzhuang Shinchih Public School (established in the 24th year of Guangxu, 1898 AD). Before its completion, it served as a Yishu (private school), where students received education, holding an equal status to the Confucius Temple and serving a similar educational function. Xinzhuang has had the Wen Chang Temple since the Jiaqing period, indicating the flourishing cultural atmosphere of the area. This temple holds significant meaning for the cultural development of Xinzhuang and should be well-preserved to regain its educational and social functions.

Address：20 Bijiang Street, Wende Li, Xinzhuang District, New Taipei City 242

Wenchang Temple Introduction

The Xinzhuang Wenchang Shrine is dedicated to Wenchang Dijun. The Ciyou Temple was rebuilt in the seventh year of the Yongzheng reign (1729) and began to enshrine Wenchang Dijun. In the eighteenth year of the Jiaqing reign (1813), the county magistrate of Xinzhuang, Cao Rulin, donated to build the Wenchang Shrine on the right rear side of Ciyou Temple. Later, in the first year of the Guangxu reign (1875), the magistrate of Bangka County, Chuan Duanquan, and local gentry Chen Shizhang moved it to its current location. After 121 years, it has undergone eight renovations (unconfirmed due to lack of records). Due to its historical and developmental value and its relatively complete preservation, the shrine is currently listed as a third-class ancient monument. The Wenchang Shrine established the "Taipei Mandarin School Xinzhuang Branch" in Xingshi Public School (in the 24th year of Guangxu, 1898). Before its construction, it was the location of a private school where students received education, holding similar status to that of the Confucius Temple and serving a Confucius Temple-like function. The existence of the Wenchang Shrine in Xinzhuang during the Jiaqing period indicates the prosperous literary culture of the area. The shrine also has significant meaning for the cultural development of Xinzhuang and should be well maintained to allow it to serve its educational and social functions once again.

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Wenchang Temple Travel Information

Address：20 Bijiang Street, Wende Li, Xinzhuang District, New Taipei City 242

Transportation Methods：【Public Transportation】1. From Exit 2 of Xinchuang Station on the Xinzhuang Line, walk towards Bijiang Street to reach your destination. 2. Take bus 111, 235, 257, 513, 635, 636, 637, 638, 639, 663, 783, 797, 799, 801, 802, 802區, 842, 885, 1209, 1501, 1503, 1803, 9102, Blue 2, or Orange 22 and get off at Dazhong Temple Station, then walk about 5 minutes to reach Xinzhuang Old Street. 【By Car】1. National Highway No. 1 Wugu Interchange → Wuxin Road → Turn left...

Other Nearby Attractions： Xinzhuang Guangfu Temple 、 Xinzhuang Ciyou Temple 、 Xiangrenhe Bell and Drum Factory 、 Xinzhuang Miao Jie Night Market 、 Xinzhuang Temple Street Business District 、 Wusheng Temple 、 Banciao 435 Art Zone 、 Jiangzicui River Mouth Scenic Riverside Park 、 Nanzigou Bicycle Station 、 Banqiao Rural Park

Nearby Cuisine： Xinzhuang Beef King 、 Hsiung Chi Sesame Oil Fried Bread and Youtiao Specialty Shop 、 A-Bao Roasted Chicken 、 Jujia Foods 、 Fish Village 、 Dragon and Phoenix Meat Stand 、 Xinzhuang Barbecue Restaurant 、 New Flavor Fragrant Pork Floss Stand 、 Weng Yu Mei Trading Company 、 Zheng Guo Zao Wei (Traditional Savory Rice Balls)