Paper Dome New Homeland Learning Center

Nantou Attractions

B-佳作-紙教堂-李茂楓

Address：No. 12, Lane 52, Taomi

Paper Dome New Homeland Learning Center Introduction

The Paper Dome, a modern structure supported by 58 paper tubes, forms a geometric rectangular corridor, with a slightly translucent canopy creating a soft and sacred atmosphere. This unique Paper Dome, located in the Xin Guhong Learning and Research Center near the ecologically rich Taomi Eco Village, is an excellent place for summer lotus viewing, butterfly watching, or observing frog ecology, making it a perfect spot for family outings and ecological tours. Guided tours can be booked to learn more about the story of the Paper Dome. The story of the Paper Dome began after the 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in Japan when architect Shigeru Ban built a paper-tube church as a temporary gathering place for the collapsed Ikatori Church. Now, this Paper Dome, symbolizing the significance of reconstruction after the earthquake, has crossed oceans to arrive in the Taomi community, continuing its mission of comforting those affected by disaster. Entering the Paper Dome, visitors can not only marvel at the beauty of this structure, where the softness of paper has been transformed into the strength that supports the entire building, but also feel the resilience of life that shines through after disaster. Next to the dome is the Learning Center, made from steel. It contorts steel into various shapes, transforming the cold hardness of the material to resonate with the strong building "Paper Dome," originally made of soft and fragile paper, creating an interesting contrast. Best time for lotus viewing: approximately May to July Night frog watching: April to September In addition to enjoying the two distinct buildings, the park is home to various butterfly-attracting plants, with butterflies dancing in every corner. The ecological ponds on either side host a rich variety of aquatic plants, and at night, the sound of croaking frogs can be heard. During summer, it becomes a popular lotus viewing spot, with large pink lotus flowers swaying in the wind, providing a relaxing experience as visitors enjoy delicious food in the restaurant while taking in the beautiful scenery. Opening hours: Friday to Tuesday 09:30 - 17:00 (last entry at 16:30), closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays (except for national holidays and certain booked groups during winter and summer vacations), and also closed on Lunar New Year's Eve. On Saturdays with "limited edition night views," the closing time extends to 20:00. Please refer to official announcements for accurate information, and check on-site or official announcements for any updates on closures.

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Paper Dome New Homeland Learning Center Travel Information

Address：No. 12, Lane 52, Taomi

Transportation Methods：National Highway 1 Southbound from Taipei → Changhua System to connect to National Highway 3 Southbound towards Nantou, exit at Wufeng Interchange (National Highway 6) towards Puli to Yuchi Puli (Ailan) Interchange, turn left to connect to Taiwan Provincial Highway 14 Zongtan Road, towards Sun Moon Lake. After passing the next traffic light past National Chung Hsing University, turn right at the FamilyMart convenience store, then turn left at the first T-junction, cross the bridge, and the left-side vacant lot is the designated parking lot for the Paper Church. It takes about 3-4 minutes on foot to reach the Paper Church. National Highway 1 Northbound from Kaohsiung → Puyan System to get on the Hanbao Caotun Expressway (Route 76), pass through Bagua Mountain Tunnel to the Zhongxing System → National Highway 3 Northbound to Caotun Wufeng → to Wufeng Interchange (National Highway 6) towards Puli to Yuchi Puli (Ailan) Interchange, turn left to connect to Taiwan Provincial Highway 14 Zongtan Road, towards Sun Moon Lake. After passing the next traffic light past National Chung Hsing University, turn right at the FamilyMart convenience store, then turn left at the first T-junction, cross the bridge, and the left-side vacant lot is the designated parking lot for the Paper Church. It takes about 3-4 minutes on foot to reach the Paper Church. National Highway 3 Northbound from Kaohsiung → exit at Mingjian Interchange → Jiji (connect to Route 3 then Route 16) → Shueili (connect to Route 16) → to Sun Moon Lake (connect to Route 21) → towards Puli, after passing Dayan Tunnel, the first traffic light has a FamilyMart convenience store on the left, turn left at the first T-junction, cross the bridge, and the left-side vacant lot is the designated parking lot for the Paper Church. It takes about 3-4 minutes on foot to reach the Paper Church. National Highway 3 Southbound from Taipei and Northbound from Kaohsiung both lead to Wufeng Interchange (National Highway 6) towards Puli to Yuchi Puli (Ailan) Interchange, turn left to connect to Taiwan Provincial Highway 14 Zongtan Road towards Sun Moon Lake. After passing the next traffic light past National Chung Hsing University, turn right at the FamilyMart convenience store, then turn left at the first T-junction, cross the bridge, and the left-side vacant lot is the designated parking lot for the Paper Church. It takes about 3-4 minutes on foot to reach the Paper Church.

Tickets：Admission fee required. For details, please visit the official website of the Paper Church.

Other Nearby Attractions： Paper Dome New Homestead Learning Park 、 Lai Lai Ju - Tao Mi Academy 、 Cona's NINA Chocolate Dream Castle 、 National Chi Nan University 、 Taomi Leisure Agricultural Zone 、 Dawan Leisure Agriculture Area 、 Puli Visitor Center 、 Mushroom Insect Museum 、 Niu Er Art Resort 、 Papermaking Dragon Workshop