Taipei's Origin & Longshan Temple - Taiwan Cultural Walking Tour | 2 hours 15 minutes

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Taipei's Origin & Longshan Temple - Taiwan Cultural Walking Tour
2 Adults x $5.00
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  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Local Guide
  • Gratuities
  • Dinner

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.

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The tour ends in Wanhua night market and can walk to Longshan Temple MRT station easily in 5 mins.

Itinerary

  • Bangka Park

    Used to be the center of Taipei

    10 minutes

  • Bopiliao Ancient Street

    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 colonization, 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.

    20 minutes

  • Longshan Temple

    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.

    40 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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June 14100% refund
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A Historical and Religious Journey

Published on Aug, 2024

Great tour! I’ve been to temples before, but did not know how to walk through them or participate. This tour answered all of my questions and gave us an opportunity to learn about this unique religious experience. Also, you get a glimpse into old Taipei!

Fascinating introduction to Taipei

Published on Aug, 2024

Manu was enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and a great storyteller. I enjoyed learning about early Taipei, Chinese mythology, and how the locals worship at Longshan Temple. It was very hot and he generously got us samples of iced herbal tea and iced wintermelon tea at a tea stall. Must-do tour your if you're new to Taipei.

Fantastic temple tour

Published on Jun, 2024

Sun was a wonderful tour guide. We learned about the history of the neighborhood, the temple, the gods and a little bit about Taoism… very informative and fun tour. Thank you!

Great tour with fascinating insights

Published on May, 2024

Jenny is a great guide who shares a lot of information about beliefs and rituals in Taiwan. Very interesting and would definitely recommend. Temple is especially beautiful when the lights are lit Also there is an option to join the night market tour starting at 7.30 with the same company - with a discount offered by Jenny.

A perfect start on our first day in Taiwan

Published on May, 2024

Marc knew such a lot of the history, the religion, the food of the country and of course about the places he showed us, it war really amazing! In the end he even guided us through the nightmarket and gave us the opportunity to try different local food. Thanks a million, a perfect start of our time in Taiwan!

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