Treasure Hill International Arts Village Introduction
Located next to the Gongguan Riverside, "Treasure Hill International Art Village" has a historical axis that includes the designated historical site Treasure Hill Temple, as well as the surrounding historical settlement that extends from the temple. This settlement primarily consists of illegal buildings constructed in the 1960s and 1970s. These structures are built along the mountains and water, presenting a winding, complex, and unique settlement style in Taiwan. In 2004, Treasure Hill was officially registered as a historical building, preserved in a way that revitalizes the settlement. In 2010, "Treasure Hill International Art Village" officially began operations, introducing concepts such as "settlement symbiosis" with initiatives like "Treasure Home," "Residency Program," and "Youth Club," utilizing art and habitation to invigorate and preserve Treasure Hill, creating a diverse and rich settlement appearance. "Treasure Hill International Art Village" has established a platform for collaboration between residents of the settlement and resident artists, injecting new vitality into Treasure Hill. Currently, it features 14 artist studios as work and living spaces for both domestic and international resident artists. Additionally, it has planned rehearsal rooms, exhibition spaces, and outdoor performance areas. From the green space by the riverbank at the foot of the settlement, the remnants of walls stretch out to form a historical profile, providing clues to read the rich historical texture and the complex spatial structure of Treasure Hill. The "Loft Youth Club," which has 7 rooms, officially began operations in April 2014. The youth club aims to become a pathway for the settlement, attempting to reveal the marks of time through its spatial dimensions, embodying a "living" place for human settlements, while also experiencing the world through "habitation," integrating the spirit of natural sites and human habitation to foster dialogue with the world. Under the Fuhe Bridge, the Treasure Hill near the waterworks belongs to a historically shaped settlement with unique landscape characteristics, featuring winding alleys and steps that rise and fall along the gentle slopes, creating a natural landscape intertwined with the settlement. In recent years, through revitalization and preservation policies, the introduction of artists and cultural creative studios has allowed the public to witness this unique cultural symbiotic settlement along the mountainside. Furthermore, Treasure Hill also houses a Guanyin Temple, which has been around for two to three hundred years, providing a place for the public to worship and pray for peace. Those wishing to enjoy river views can ride along the riverside bike path from Xindian all the way to the Tamsui River, enjoying the thrill of cycling against the wind.
