Sanxia Arch Bridge

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三峽拱橋近照

The Sanxia Arch Bridge, a unique landmark of Sanxia along with the Zuoshiz Temple, was constructed on October 7, 1932, during the Shōwa era of Japanese rule and was completed on June 28, 1933. It served as a vital transportation route for external communication at that time. Standing on the arch bridge, one can observe the natural environmental features of Sanxia, with the important Sanxia Creek flowing underneath; upstream, the towering Yuanshan mountain is visible; and to the right, the densely built area serves as the district's market center. The bridge is designed based on the concept of three connected rainbows and is therefore also known as the Rainbow Bridge. Its elegant and simple form was once the main external communication road of the Sanxia area. Although the glory of water transport has declined, the Rainbow Bridge still stands with grace, especially when illuminated at night, appearing like three rainbows brightening the entire Sanxia area, radiating a different kind of rustic beauty.

Address：Sanxia District, New Taipei City 237

Sanxia Arch Bridge Introduction

The Sanxia Arch Bridge, a unique landmark of Sanxia alongside the Zushi Temple, was constructed on October 7, 1932, during the Showa period of Japanese rule, and was completed on June 28, 1933. It served as a vital transportation artery for external communication at that time. Standing on the arch bridge, one can observe the natural environment of Sanxia; below the bridge runs the important Sanxia River, and looking upstream, the majestic Yuanshan Mountain rises ahead. On the right side, the dense buildings mark the town center of the area. The bridge's design is inspired by three interconnected rainbows, hence it is also known as Rainbow Bridge. Its elegant and simple shape was once a major route for external communication in the Sanxia area. Although the prominence of water transportation has diminished, the bridge still retains its charm, especially when illuminated at night, creating the appearance of three rainbows lighting up the entire Sanxia area, radiating a unique rustic beauty.

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Sanxia Arch Bridge Travel Information

Address：Sanxia District, New Taipei City 237

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

Other Nearby Attractions： Sanxia Qingshui Temple 、 Sanxia Old Street 、 Sanxia Historical Museum 、 Li Meishu Memorial Museum 、 Sanxia Dyeing Workshop and Sanxia Indigo Dyeing Center 、 Gana Art Space 、 Indigo Dyeing Tourist Service Center 、 Beida Art Avenue 、 New Taipei City Hakka Cultural Park 、 Yunshan Mountain Trail

Nearby Cuisine： Mountain Spring Handmade Tofu Pudding 、 Ding Feng Nostalgic Hakka Cuisine 、 Fumei Xuan Croissant 、 Hai Ye No. 4 Dry Noodles 、 Jin San Xia Beef Horn - Qun Yi Bakery Artisan Shop (Top 10 Souvenirs of 2008) 、 Jin San Xia - Bi Luo Chun Tea Egg Roll Set (2012 Specialty Souvenir) 、 Goo Ber Handmade Rice Noodles 、 Shih-Jiang Wenzhou Dumplings 、 SanJiaoYong (Xu Mama) Pickled Tea 、 Kang Hsi Hsuan Croissant Bakery Sanxia Old Street Branch