Hongde Temple

Taipei Attractions

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Located in Lane 303, Zhongzheng First Road, Hongde Temple is small yet exquisite and magnificent. It conveys the meaning of "promoting martial virtue" and is known as the Sun Bin Temple among the locals. It is also the first Sun Bin Temple in the country. The main deity worshipped here is Sun Bin, who fought against Pang Juan during the Warring States period, and is a descendant of Sun Wu, the author of "The Art of War." Every year, from the first to the fifth day of the lunar calendar, a grand ceremony is held to celebrate Sun Bin's birthday, which falls on the third day of the lunar calendar, attracting many devotees who specifically charter vehicles to pay their respects. The Sun Bin Temple was built in the sixth year of the Republic of China and hosts several deities, including Sun Bin, his master Wang Chan Laozu (Guiguzi), the North Pole Xianweng, the Three Pure Ones, the Nine Heavens Holy Emperor, and Zhongli Quan. Contact number: 02-26794029

Address：No. 1, Lane 303, Zhongzheng 1st Road, Yingge District, New Taipei City 239

Hongde Temple Introduction

Located in Lane 303 of Zhongzheng First Road, Hongde Temple is a small yet exquisite temple that embodies the spirit of "promoting military virtue." It is known locally as the Sun Bin Temple and is the first Sun Bin Temple in Taiwan. The main deity worshipped here is Sun Bin, who battled with Pang Juan during the Warring States period and is a descendant of Sun Wu, the author of "The Art of War." As the third day of the lunar calendar marks Sun Bin's birthday, the temple holds grand rituals from the first to the fifth day of the lunar New Year every year, attracting many devotees who specifically charter vehicles to visit. The Sun Bin Temple was built in 1917 (the sixth year of the Taisho era) and, in addition to the main deity, it also includes other figures such as Sun Bin's master Wang Chan Lao Zu (Guiguzi), the South Pole Immortal, the Three Pure Ones, the Nine Heavens Holy Emperor, and the Real Man Hua Tuo.

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Hongde Temple Travel Information

Address：No. 1, Lane 303, Zhongzheng 1st Road, Yingge District, New Taipei City 239

Transportation Methods：【Public Transportation】1. Take the train to Yingge Station and walk to reach your destination. 2. From Taoyuan Bus Station, take the bus 5001 and get off at Beiying Community Station, then walk for 3 minutes to arrive. 【Driving】Exit at Yingge Interchange on National Highway No. 2, follow the new road that winds up opposite the Yingge Museum, turn left after passing the level crossing, and you will see the Hongde Temple archway on the right side after 100 meters.

Other Nearby Attractions： Yingge Station 、 Wang Yang Ju Ancient Residence 、 New Taipei City Yingge Ceramics Museum 、 Taihua Kiln 、 Bihlong Temple 、 Yingge Old Street 、 Yingge Ceramics DIY Workshop 、 Shin Wong Porcelain 、 Hsu Hsin-Wang Ceramics Memorial Museum 、 New Taipei City Hakka Cultural Park

Nearby Cuisine： Yingge District Farmers' Association 、 Yong Bo Trash Noodles 、 Zhangying Meat Balls 、 Delicious Lamb Noodles 、 Ying Village Food Time 、 Old Brand Yingge Oyster Vermicelli 、 Lin Hongjun Braised Food Specialty Shop 、 A-Po Sushi 、 Yingge Lin Stewed Dishes 、 Zhong Wai Ceramics Store