Wenchang Temple

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The Xinzhuang Wenchang Temple is dedicated to Wenchang Dijun. The Ciyou Temple was reconstructed in the seventh year of the Yongzheng Emperor (1729 AD) and during this time it was established to worship Wenchang Dijun. In the eighteenth year of the Jiaqing Emperor (1813 AD), Xinzhuang County Magistrate Cao Rulin donated to build the Wenchang Temple on the right rear side of Ciyou Temple. Later, in the first year of the Guangxu Emperor (1875 AD), Mengjia County Magistrate Chuan Duanquan and the gentry Chen Shizhang relocated it to the current site. This temple has undergone eight renovations over 121 years (details are unavailable for confirmation), and due to its developmental and historical value, it has been preserved relatively intact, currently listed as a third-level historical monument. The Wenchang Temple was the location of the "Taipei National Language Training Institute Xinzhuang Branch" established at Xingzhi Primary School (in the twenty-fourth year of Guangxu, 1898 AD). Before its completion, it served as a private school where students received education, holding the same status as the Confucius Temple and functioning similarly. Xinzhuang already had a Wenchang Temple during the Jiaqing period, indicating a flourishing literary atmosphere in the area, and this temple is of great significance for the cultural development of Xinzhuang. It should be well maintained and preserved to once again fulfill its educational role.

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

Wenchang Temple Introduction

The Xinzhuang Wenchang Temple enshrines the deity Wenchang Dijun. The Ciyou Temple was renovated in the seventh year of the Yongzheng reign (1729) to include worship of Wenchang Dijun. In the eighteenth year of the Jiaqing reign (1813), Xinzhuang County magistrate Cao Rulin donated the construction of the Wenchang Temple on the right rear side of Ciyou Temple. Later, in the first year of the Guangxu reign (1875), Mengjia County magistrate Chuan Duanquan and gentry Chen Shizhang moved it to its current location. After 121 years, it has undergone eight renovations (details unavailable for confirmation). Due to its historical significance and relatively well-preserved state, it is currently listed as a Level 3 historic site. The Wenchang Temple was also the site of the "Taipei Mandarin Language School Xinzhuang Branch" established in the 24th year of the Guangxu reign (1898) and served as a place of education for students before its completion, holding the same status as the Confucius Temple and functioning similarly. The presence of the Wenchang Temple in Xinzhuang during the Jiaqing period indicates a flourishing literary culture in the area. The temple plays a significant role in the cultural development of Xinzhuang and should be well-preserved to restore its educational functions.

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Wenchang Temple Travel Information

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

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

Other Nearby Attractions： Xinzhuang Guangfu Temple 、 Xinzhuang Ciyou Temple 、 Xiangrenhe Bell and Drum Factory 、 Xinzhuang Temple Street Night Market 、 Xinzhuang Temple Street Shopping District 、 Wusheng Temple 、 Xinzhuang Sports Park 、 Banchiao 435 Art Zone 、 Jiangzicui River Mouth Scenic Riverside Park 、 Nan Zigou Bicycle Station

Nearby Cuisine： Xinzhuang Beef King 、 Hsiung Chi Scallion Pancake and Fried Dough Stick Shop 、 A-Bao Roast Chicken 、 Jujia Foods 、 Fish Village 、 Dragon & Phoenix Meat Stall 、 Xinzhuang BBQ Restaurant 、 New Flavor Pork Floss Stand 、 Weng Yu Mei Business Co. 、 Traditional Flavor (Traditional Savory Dumplings)