Guanyin Pavilion

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Located on the mountaintop behind Pinglin Junior High School, this site was originally the location of a Shinto shrine during the Japanese occupation, which was later transformed into the Guanyin Pavilion. There is a pathway leading up to it, and the Guanyin Pavilion stands 40 feet tall in a circular scenic plaza with a diameter of 21 meters. The Guanyin statue is positioned in the center of the plaza, with a lotus pedestal approximately 11 meters tall, facing southward towards the layered mountains, symbolizing the long-standing prosperity of the people. It is not only a landmark of Pinglin but also the tallest bronze Guanyin statue in northern Taiwan. As you walk along the pathway of the Guanyin Pavilion, it faces the "Siyuan Pavilion," resembling a protective watch over the tea-growing region. Since you've already come this far, consider taking a bit more time to exercise your body, and from here you can also catch a great view of the North Yilan Highway and the Xueshan Tunnel!

Address：Pinglin Li, Pinglin District, New Taipei City 232, Taiwan (on top of the mountain behind Pinglin Junior High School)

Guanyin Pavilion Introduction

Situated on the mountaintop behind Pinglin Junior High School, this area was originally the site of a shrine during the Japanese occupation and was later transformed into the Guanyin Pavilion. There is a trail that leads to the pavilion, which stands 40 feet high. In the center of a circular landscaped square measuring 21 meters in diameter is a Guanyin statue that is approximately 11 meters tall, seated on a lotus pedestal and facing south towards the layered mountains, symbolizing the deep roots of the local community. It is not only a landmark of Pinglin but also the tallest bronze Guanyin statue in northern Taiwan. Following the trail down from the Guanyin Pavilion, it faces the "Siyuan Pavilion," in alignment with the Mazu of Tea Village, watching over the tea-growing community. Since visitors are already here, it’s a great opportunity to take a walk and exercise, and from this spot, you can also enjoy a fantastic view of the North-Yilan Highway and the Xueshan Tunnel!

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Guanyin Pavilion Travel Information

Address：Pinglin Li, Pinglin District, New Taipei City 232, Taiwan (on top of the mountain behind Pinglin Junior High School)

Transportation Methods：【Public Transportation】Take the Taipei Metro Xindian Line to Xindian Station, then transfer to Xindian Bus Green 12 or 923 and get off at the terminal. 【Driving】Take National Highway No. 3 to National Highway No. 5, then exit at Pinglin Interchange and access Zhongzhong Road to reach your destination.

Other Nearby Attractions： Pinglin Old Street 、 Pinglin Tea Museum 、 Beishi River Bike Path 、 Pinglin Ecological Park 、 New Taipei City Pinglin Tea Museum 、 Green Light Farm 、 Pinglin Aquatic Suspension Bridge 、 Pinglin Fish Watching Trail 、 Pingzhi Township Ecological Tea Garden 、 Huliao Pond

Nearby Cuisine： Hsiang Mau Candy Factory 、 Fu Chang Shop 、 Heart Bakery 、 Teahouse Garden 、 Hehuan Tea Banquet Restaurant 、 Deli Rest Area (Dongmu River Tea House) 、 Shih Fang Tea Cuisine 、 Good Tea Delicacies (Yuan Shun Yi Tea House) 、 Meichun Highway Hotel 、 Wild Feast Tavern