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Taipei's Origin & Longshan Temple - Taiwan Cultural Walking Tour
Taipei's Origin & Longshan Temple - Taiwan Cultural Walking Tour
Taipei's Origin & Longshan Temple - Taiwan Cultural Walking Tour
Taipei's Origin & Longshan Temple - Taiwan Cultural Walking Tour
Taipei's Origin & Longshan Temple - Taiwan Cultural Walking Tour

Taipei's Origin & Longshan Temple - Taiwan Cultural Walking Tour

By TourMeAway - Free Walking Tour In Taipei
9.6 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is €5 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 15m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

This tip-based walking tour uncovers the essence of Taiwanese culture at Taipei's ancient Longshan Temple, a 300-year-old treasure nestled in the heart of the city's oldest district. Dive deep into the beginning of Taipei, the true Taiwanese way of life, the captivating tales of our folk gods, and their role in shaping the lives of Taiwanese believers.

Dive into the rich fabric of Taiwanese culture and history. Discover how our ancestors thrived in Taiwan and how they treated illnesses without doctors. Our guide will show you how to throw 'moonstones' and interpret messages from the heavens. Get your fortune read and learn about the temple's long history and the traditions of Buddhism and Taoism that have made it a beloved place for centuries.

Please note the tip to the tour guide is not included in the booking fee.

Activity location

  • Bangka Park
    • Sanshui St, opposite Longshan Temple
    • Taipei, Taiwan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 剝皮寮
    • 129號 Guangzhou Street
    • 108, 福音里, Taipei City, Taiwan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Taipei's Origin & Longshan Temple - Taiwan Cultural Walking Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 15 minutes2h 15m2h 15m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 17:00
Price details
€4.80 x 1 Adult€4.80
Total
Price is €4.80
Until Tue, 26 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal Guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedDinner

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Bangka Park
  • 10m
Used to be the centre of Taipei
Bopiliao Ancient Street
  • 20m
The community of Bopiliao was firstly formed back in early Qing Dynasty. Since then, its history evolves as Taiwan went through different eras, from Qing Dynasty, Japanese colonisation, to early Post World War II period. Situated in one of the most prosperous areas, Mengjia, architecture in Bopiliao reflects different culture of which it was built. The area is uniquely representative of once flourishing Mengjia.
Longshan Temple
  • 40m
The most well known temple in Taiwan, the Mengjia Longshan Temple was built in 1738 by settlers from Fujian as a gathering place for Chinese settlers. Located in the old village part of Taipei, Wanhua District, this temple has stood the test of time and lasted through several natural disasters and wars.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESBangka Park
    • Sanshui St, opposite Longshan Temple
    • Taipei, Taiwan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE剝皮寮
    • 129號 Guangzhou Street
    • 108, 福音里, Taipei City, Taiwan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLETaipei Food Tour / Taipei's Origin & Longshan Temple - Walking Tour Meeting Point - TourMeAway
    • 153號 Section 1, Xiyuan Road
    • 108, 富民里, Taipei City, Taiwan

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