Zhen Nan Temple

Taipei Attractions

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Located in the mountainous area of the Arouli Dalun Jiao section, this temple was established during the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty, and it has a history of over a hundred years. The main deity worshipped here is a weathered boulder resembling Mazu, referred to by the locals as "Stone Mazu." The surrounding walls are constructed from square stone blocks, making it one of the most distinctive temples in the Deep Pit District. The most notable feature within the temple is that the main deity, Stone Mazu, is connected to the altar and two stone pillars on either side, all part of a single stone about 1.5 meters long and shaped like a crane, which locals call "White Crane Immortal." The stone staircase leading to the Zhen Nan Temple was built in the fifth year of the Showa era (1930), consisting of approximately 384 steps, with a "Stone Mazu Path Monument" along the side to commemorate the history of this construction.

Address：8 Dalun Jiao, Shenkeng District, New Taipei City 222, Taiwan

Zhen Nan Temple Introduction

Located in the mountainous area of Arou Li Daluanjiao, it was established during the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty, and has a history of over a hundred years. The main deity worshipped here is a weathered boulder that resembles Mazu, referred to by locals as "Stone Mazu." The surrounding walls are built with square stones, making it a unique temple in the Shenkeng District. The most notable feature of the temple is that the main deity, Stone Mazu, is connected to the altar and two stone pillars on either side, all made from the same stone measuring about 1.5 meters long and shaped like a crane, known by locals as "White Crane Immortal Master." The stone steps leading to Zhen Nan Gong were built in the fifth year of the Showa era (1930) and consist of approximately 384 steps, with a "Stone Mazu Trail Monument" standing beside it to record the history of the path construction. The trail winds through verdant mountains and trees, and upon reaching the plaza in front of the temple, one can enjoy a sweeping view overlooking the Shenkeng District. From the end of Shenkeng Street, after crossing the Zhongzheng Bridge, it takes about ten minutes on foot to reach the entrance.

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Zhen Nan Temple Travel Information

Address：8 Dalun Jiao, Shenkeng District, New Taipei City 222, Taiwan

Transportation Methods：【Public Transportation】1. Transfer to bus 660 at MRT Muzha Station towards Shiding Senior High School, get off at Shen Kong Station, and walk about 1.2 kilometers to reach the destination. 2. Transfer to bus 819 of Hsin Hsin Bus at MRT Muzha Station, get off at Aru Yang Station, and walk 1 kilometer to reach the destination. 【Driving】Head towards Taipei via National Highway No. 1 and National Highway No. 3 to the exit for the Beiyi Highway Connection Road/County Road 106 Section B/Taipei Connection Line. Take the exit No. 20-Muzha from National Highway No. 3, continue along the Beiyi Highway Connection Road/County Road 106 Section B, and after passing the Formosa Plastics gas station, turn right and it will take about 15 minutes to arrive.

Other Nearby Attractions： Dapinglin Hiking Trail 、 Paozi Lun Waterfall 、 Shenkeng Old Street 、 De Hsing Ju (Ouli Cultural Cafe) 、 Qingshan Herb Education Farm 、 Dacheng Hall Trail 、 12 Zodiac Trail 、 Green Light Platform 、 Lover's Bridge 、 Zhinan Temple

Nearby Cuisine： Shenkeng Agricultural Product Direct Sales and Tourist Service Center 、 Taiwan Reunion Restaurant 、 Ban Shan Farm 、 Shenkeng Under the Big Tree 、 Old House Tofu Delicacies 、 Wanjih Tofu Old Shop 、 Flavors of Hometown 、 Shenkeng Miao Kou Wang Shui Cheng Old Shop 、 Shenkeng Lifen Rice Dumplings 、 Dashi Fort