Sanxia Big Bridge

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三峽拱橋近照

The Sanxia Arch Bridge, a unique landmark of Sanxia along with the Zushi Temple, was built on October 7, 1932, during the Shōwa era of Japanese rule and was completed on June 28, 1933. It served as an important access point for external transportation at that time. From the arch bridge, one can observe the natural features of Sanxia; beneath the bridge flows the vital Sanxia River. Looking upstream, the towering Yuanshan Mountain can be seen; to the right, the densely built area marks the town center of the region. The bridge's design concept features three interconnected rainbows, which is why it is also called the Rainbow Bridge. With its elegant and simple shape, it was once the main route for external communication in the Sanxia District. Although the bridge's significance diminished after the decline of water transport, its charm remains, especially at night when illuminated, it appears as if three rainbows light up the entire Sanxia area, exuding a different kind of rustic beauty.

Address：New Taipei City 237 Sanxia District

Sanxia Big Bridge Introduction

The Sanxia Arch Bridge, along with the Zushi Temple, is a unique landmark in Sanxia. Construction began on October 7, 1932, during the Showa period of Japanese rule, and was completed on June 28, 1933. It served as a vital transportation route to the outside. From the arch bridge, one can observe the natural characteristics of Sanxia; underneath flows the important Sanxia River. Looking upstream, the towering Yuanshan Mountain is visible, while to the right is a densely built area that serves as the local market center. This bridge is designed based on three interconnected rainbows, hence it is also known as the Rainbow Bridge. Its elegant and simple appearance was once a major communication road for the Sanxia area. Although the glory of water transportation has declined, the Rainbow Bridge remains a striking figure, especially under the illumination of night lights, resembling three rainbows illuminating the entire Sanxia area, radiating a unique rustic beauty.

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Sanxia Big Bridge Travel Information

Address：New Taipei City 237 Sanxia District

Transportation Methods：【Public Transport】1. Take the train to Yingge Train Station, then transfer to Bus 5005 to Sanxia Old Street, and walk about two minutes to reach. 1. Take the MRT to Dingpu Station, then transfer to Bus 706 to Sanxia Old Street, and walk about three minutes to reach. 【Driving】1. National Highway No. 3 → San-Ying Interchange → Fuxing Road → Qingshui Street → Aiguo Road, and you'll arrive. 2. Take National Highway No. 1 and exit at 99B - Hsinchu System Interchange, then take National Highway No. 3 towards Zhudong/Taipei, exit at 50 - San-Ying (County Road 110 exit), head towards Yingge/Sanxia, then to Fuxing...

Other Nearby Attractions： Sanxia Qingshui Zushi Temple 、 Li Mei-shu Memorial Gallery 、 Sanxia Dye Workshop and Sanxia Indigo Dye Center 、 Gan Lee Cultural and Creative Performance Space 、 Beida Special District Art Avenue 、 New Taipei City Hakka Cultural Park 、 Yuan Mountain Hiking Trail 、 New Taipei City Yingge Ceramics Museum 、 Wang Yang Ju Ancient Residence 、 Yingge Station

Nearby Cuisine： Mountain Spring Handcrafted Tofu Pudding 、 Ding Feng Nostalgic Hakka Cuisine 、 Fumeixuan Croissant 、 Haiye No. 4 Dry Noodles 、 Golden Three Gorges Bull Horn - Qun Yi Bakery 、 Jin Sanxia - Bi Luo Chun Tea Egg Roll Set (2012 Special Souvenir) 、 Guo Bo Handmade Rice Noodles 、 Shijiang Wenzhou Dumplings 、 Triangle Spring (Mama Hsu's) Pickled Vegetables Tea 、 Kang Xi Xuan Croissant Bakery, Sanxia Old Street Branch