Guanghe Temple

Hsinchu Attractions

Guanghe Temple Introduction

Located at No. 608, Zhongzheng Road, Xinpuh Town, Hsinchu County, Guanghe Temple, commonly referred to by locals as "Wang Ye Temple," does not worship the deities associated with the Wang Ye belief, such as the Five Emperor Gods, but primarily venerates the Three Mountain Kings. This is because Hakka people refer to the Three Mountain Kings as "Wang Ye." As a unique belief among the Hakka community, they brought this faith with them when migrating to Taiwan, making Guanghe Temple a spiritual center for Hakka people in the Xinpuh area and one of the most renowned temples in the region. The most distinctive feature of Guanghe Temple is its architectural style known as "dui chang zuo," which is also seen in Wanhui Temple in Wandan Township, Pingtung County. This style utilizes the central axis as a boundary, with the left and right wooden carvings being crafted by two different groups of artisans. As a result, the suspended beams, corbels, and lion pedestals on both sides exhibit notable differences, reflecting the individual craftsmanship of different masters.

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Guanghe Temple Travel Information

Address：No. 608, Zhongzheng Rd, Xinpu Township, Hsinchu County, Taiwan

Transportation Methods：1. Exit at Guanxi Interchange on National Freeway No. 2 (North 2) → Follow County Route 118 toward the direction of Hsinpu Township to arrive at your destination. 2. Exit at Zhulin Interchange on National Freeway No. 2 (North 2) → Follow County Routes 120 and 115 to Hsinpu → Turn right onto County Route 118 to continue and reach your destination. 3. Exit at Zhubei Interchange on National Freeway No. 1 (Zhongshan Highway) → Turn left onto County Route 120 and then right onto County Route 117 → Connect to County Route 118 toward Hsinpu Township to arrive at your destination.

Other Nearby Attractions： Xinpuzhen Wenchang Temple 、 Weijia Persimmon Cake Tourist Farm 、 Comic Art Square 、 Shang Pin Xiang Fruit Orchard 、 Jinhan Persimmon Cake Education Park 、 Sandiaojiao Old Trail 、 LiTou Mountain Trail 、 Xinpulicun Farm 、 Sansheng Palace 、 Feilungchi Trail

Nearby Cuisine： Liu's Braised Chicken 、 Hukou Taro 、 Meinong Tower Restaurant 、 Toro Japanese Cuisine 、 RT Baker House (Zhubei Branch) 、 A-Juan Sister Hakka Pickled Vegetables 、 Sister A-Juan Hakka Preserved Vegetables 、 Blake Garden Coffee 、 Wu's House 、 Xin Stone Oven