Ding Tai Shan Rock

Taipei Attractions

頂泰山巖外觀

Ding Taishan Rock was built in the 19th year of the Qianlong era (1754 AD) and is the oldest temple in the Taishan area, currently listed as a national third-grade historic site. The most recent renovation took place during the Showa period under Japanese rule, designed by the renowned craftsman Chen Ying-bin and his apprentices. The architectural layout features a double courtyard with double corridors, and the interior is adorned with exquisite wooden carvings, stone sculptures, and paintings, showcasing the beauty of traditional craftsmanship and rich auspicious meanings. Ding Taishan Rock is primarily dedicated to Xianying Ancestor Master, with grand celebrations held annually on September 18 to honor the Master’s birthday. Nearby, there is the Qitai Trail, a well-known ancient path in Taishan that leads to Yixue Keng and Mingzhi Academy, allowing visitors to appreciate the cultural heritage of Taishan.

Address：32 Yinghua Street, Taishan District, New Taipei City 243, Taiwan

Ding Tai Shan Rock Introduction

Dingtai Mountain Rock Temple was built in the 19th year of the Qianlong reign of the Qing Dynasty (1754) and is the oldest temple in the Taishan area, currently designated as a national third-grade historic site. The most recent renovation took place during the Japanese colonial period, planned and designed by the master craftsman Chen Ying-bin and his apprentices. The architectural layout features a two-entrance, two-corridor design with double protective dragons, and the interior is adorned with exquisite wooden carvings, stone carvings, and paintings, showcasing the beauty of traditional craftsmanship and rich auspicious meanings. Dingtai Mountain Rock Temple mainly enshrines Xianying Ancestor Master, and an annual grand celebration is held on September 18 to honor the birthday of the master. Nearby is the Qitou Trail, a famous ancient path in Taishan, which also leads to Yixue Keng and Mingzhi Academy, allowing visitors to appreciate the beauty of Taishan's cultural heritage.

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Ding Tai Shan Rock Travel Information

Address：32 Yinghua Street, Taishan District, New Taipei City 243, Taiwan

Transportation Methods：1. Take bus 637, 638, 801, 880, 883, 1501, 1503, F211, F217, F218 and get off at "Taishan Rock" Station. ("Taishan Rock" Station refers to "Ding Taishan Rock", not "Xia Taishan Rock" Station.) 2. Take the Taoyuan Metro to Taishan Station, transfer to bus 783/786 and get off at Taishan Sub-station. Then walk for about 3 minutes to transfer to bus 637/638/880 at the Xia Taishan Rock Station and get off at Taishan Rock Station, from where it is about a 3-minute walk.

Other Nearby Attractions： Ming Chih University 、 Xinzhuang Youth Park (Peony Heart Ecological Park) 、 Lower Taizan Rock 、 Taishan Doll Industry Cultural Museum 、 National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts 、 Wusheng Temple 、 Xinzhuang Temple Street Business District 、 Xinzhuang Miao Jie Night Market 、 Xinzhuang Ciyou Temple 、 Megaholics Plaza

Nearby Cuisine： Brewery Party 、 Fu Jen University Soft Serve Ice Cream 、 Tao Hua Yuan Restaurant 、 Boots Pasta Bistro 、 Old Ye's Beef Noodle 、 Jia Yi Honey Tea Goose 、 Beef Brother Meat Shop 、 Wu Mama Handmade Dumplings 、 Good Friend's Fruit Stand 、 Jiazheng Grocery Store