[2025 Taipei Attraction] Travel Guide for Nishi Honganji Remains (Updated Apr)

If you want to find a quiet corner in the bustling city, come here. Located near Ximending in Taipei, #西红願寺 is low-key but full of history. This site bears witness to the transformation of Taipei from the Japanese colonial period to the modern era. At that time, this was the largest Pure Land Buddhism temple in downtown Taipei and an important place for Japanese immigrants to hold religious ceremonies. However, with the evolution of the times, the main buildings of the temple have been gradually destroyed, and now only a few ruins remain, but this has added a sense of vicissitudes of life to the site. This time I walked from Longshan Temple all the way to Ximending, and accidentally passed by here and found a special surprise - the Lantern Festival lantern installation "Blessing Lantern Forest" that is being prepared. It is really super beautiful ~ Although it is not open yet ~ It’s so beautiful when photographed from a distance. I believe that when the Taipei Lantern Festival officially opens on February 2, this place will definitely become a popular spot for taking photos and checking in. ✅ Nishi Honganji Temple 📍 Address: Section 2, Changsha Street, Wanhua District, Taipei City 🚇 Transportation: Take the MRT to Ximen Station and walk about 10 minutes from Exit 6 to arrive. #NaWhereToGo #Ximending #Xihonganji #TaipeiTravel #TaipeiAttractions #TaipeiLanternFestival #LanternFestival #Valentine's Day Destinations2025

📍Nishi Honganji Shuxin Hall｜Taipei Wanhua District I accidentally discovered the creative genealogy design competition held by the Taipei City Archives, and the design works of elementary and middle school students were displayed at the Shuxin Hall. The idea of ​​the activity is quite good. In addition to enhancing students' understanding of genealogy and family tree, it also allows the public to learn about some well-known ancestral halls in Taipei City, such as the Lin family in Banqiao, the Yan family in Keelung, the Chen family in Kaohsiung and other famous families. After the visit, you can also stop by the clock tower next to it to take photos. Information on the Creative Genealogy Design Competition and Theme Exhibition of "Document 70 Genealogy Fun Tour": ▷Address: No. 174-1, Section 1, Zhonghua Road, Wanhua District, Taipei City, Taiwan ▷Opening hours: From now until June 11, 2023; 10:00-17:00 (Tuesday to Sunday); Closed on Mondays ▷Free admission #Taiwan Attractions #Taiwan Customs Clearance #travel #Good Places for Parents and Children #Overseas Travel

#springwander Nestled in the lively Ximending district of Taipei, Taiwan, Nishi Honganji Square is a hidden gem where history, culture, and nature blend harmoniously. Once home to the Nishi Honganji Temple, this serene public square is now a cultural landmark that comes alive with the beauty of spring. As spring unfolds, cherry blossoms, azaleas, and fresh greenery transform Nishi Honganji Square into a picturesque haven. The square, surrounded by elegant Japanese-style wooden structures, provides a peaceful escape from the bustling streets of Ximen. Delicate pink and white cherry blossoms frame the historic ruins, while the gentle breeze carries the scent of blooming flowers. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply looking for a serene spot in Taipei, Nishi Honganji Square in spring offers a delightful blend of seasonal beauty and cultural charm.

Xibenyuan Temple is located about a 5-minute walk from Ximen MRT Station in Taipei. Built during the Japanese colonial period, it served as the Taiwan branch of the Jodo Shinshu Honganji sect. The architecture combines Japanese Buddhist styles and was used for spreading Buddhism, holding ceremonies, funerals, and social aid. After the war, due to lack of maintenance, the building gradually deteriorated, and most of it was destroyed by fire in 1975. In 2006, the bell tower and Shuxin Hall were designated as municipal heritage sites, and other remains were listed as historic buildings. It was renovated in 2011 and opened to the public in 2013. The lantern festival decorations are beautiful from every angle, and you can see many photographers with professional cameras. You can also hang wish cards on the lanterns, which is really beautiful! Xibenyuan Temple No. 174, Section 1, Zhonghua Road, Wanhua District, Taipei City

#2024TravelReview Nishi Honganji is located at No. 406 Wanhua Square, at the intersection of Zhonghua Road and Changsha Street, on the southern edge of Ximending. It was originally the Nishi Honganji Temple in Japan, and was built with donations from Taiwanese believers and Japanese. It is named "Taiwan Branch of the Jodo Shinshu Honganji Sect." The main buildings include the main hall, the imperial temple, the tree heart hall, the bell tower, and the rotation office. Today, Nishi-Honganji Square is a place for leisure and sightseeing. The Japanese bell tower is great for taking photos, and you can also drink tea and chat in the Lunbanso (the former dormitory of the abbot of the Buddhist temple) next to the square. If you don't look carefully, you might think it's a park with a very leisurely atmosphere. 📍Address: No. 174, Section 1, Zhonghua Road, Wanhua District, Taipei City 108 🕰️Business hours: 24 hours

Special exhibits here focus on the various troubles of growing up as teenagers in the 1960s, giving you a glimpse into the growth traces and experiences that are completely different from those of modern teenagers. Perhaps because that was the era of our parents, when you are at the exhibition, you can use the stories you have heard to correspond to what the story scenes were like at that time. The exhibition focuses on the four major worries of youth: "chasing love, job hunting, military service, and joint entrance examinations". These worries seem to exist in our lives in different forms, but in essence, no matter in which time and space background. It feels like traveling through time and space to experience the life of your parents at that time. It is a rare experience and very interesting. 🔍Taipei City Archives "Have You Grown Up?" Special Exhibition Time: 2024/7/25-10/13 10:00-17:00 (Closed on Mondays) Location: Nishi Honganji Temple Tree Center Hall (No. 174-2, Section 1, Zhonghua Road, Wanhua District, Taipei City) Tickets: Free admission #Taipei #Shuxin Hall #Ximen #TaipeiExhibition

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