Sanxia Arch Bridge

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三峽拱橋近照

The Sanxia Arch Bridge, along with the Zushi Temple, is a unique landscape in Sanxia. It was constructed on October 7, 1932, during the Shōwa era, and was completed on June 28, 1933. It served as a vital transportation route at that time. Standing on the arch bridge, one can observe the distinctive natural environment of Sanxia, with the Sanxia River flowing underneath it; looking upstream, the towering Yuanshan can be seen; and to the right, the dense buildings signify the market center of the area. The bridge is designed with the concept of three interconnected rainbows, thus it is also called the Rainbow Bridge. Its elegant and simple shape was once the main route for external communication in the Sanxia area. Although the glory of water transportation has diminished, the Rainbow Bridge still maintains its charm, especially at night when illuminated, appearing as if three rainbows illuminate the entire Sanxia area, radiating a different kind of ancient 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 Shōwa era of Japanese rule and completed on June 28, 1933. It served as a critical transportation route for external traffic at the time. Standing on the arch bridge, one can observe the natural environment of Sanxia; below the bridge flows the important Sanxia River. Looking upstream, the towering Yuanshan Mountain can be seen, while the area to the right is densely populated with buildings, marking the town center of the district. The bridge features a distinctive design concept of three interconnected rainbows, hence it is also known as the Rainbow Bridge. With its elegant and simple shape, it was the main communication route for outgoing traffic in the past. Although the prominence of waterways has declined, the Rainbow Bridge still retains its charm, especially at night when illuminated, resembling 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 Transportation】1. Take the train to Yingge Railway Station, then transfer to Bus 5005 to Sanxia Old Street, and walk approximately two minutes to arrive. 2. Take the MRT to Dingpu Station, then transfer to Bus 706 to Sanxia Old Street, and walk approximately three minutes to arrive. 【By Car】1. National Freeway No. 3 → San-Ying Interchange → Fuxing Road → Qingshui Street → Aiguo Road, and you will arrive. 2. Take National Freeway No. 1, exit at 99B Hsinchu System Interchange, proceed on National Freeway No. 3 towards Zhudong/Taipei, and exit at 50 San-Ying Interchange (County Road 110 exit), head towards Yingge/Sanxia, and follow Fuxing...

Other Nearby Attractions： Sanxia Qingshui Zushi Temple 、 Sanxia Old Street 、 Sanxia Historical Museum 、 Li Mei-shu Memorial Gallery 、 Sanxia Dyeing Workshop and Sanxia Indigo Dyeing Center 、 Garnet Creative Arts Space 、 Indigo Dyeing Visitor Center 、 Beida Special District Art Avenue 、 Yuan Mountain Trail 、 New Taipei City Yingge Ceramics Museum

Nearby Cuisine： Mountain Spring Handmade Tofu Pudding 、 Ding Feng Nostalgic Hakka Cuisine 、 Fumei Hsuan Golden Bull Horn 、 Hai Ye No. 4 Dry Noodles 、 Jin San Xia - Bi Luo Chun Tea Egg Roll Set (2012 Special Souvenir) 、 Koo Bo Handmade Rice Noodles 、 Shijang Wenzhou Dumplings 、 Triangle Spring (Mama Hsu) Pickled Vegetables Tea 、 Kang Hsi Hsuan Croissant Shop, Sanxia Old Street Branch 、 Zheng Ji Pig's Blood Cake