Sanxia, Taipei
Encyclopedia
Sanxia District is an urban district in the southwestern part of New Taipei City in northern Republic of China
(Taiwan). It has an area of 191.45 km² and a population of 101,839 (May 2010).
The old name of Sanxia, Saⁿ-kak-éng refers to the meeting of the Dahan River, Sansia River, and "Horizontal River" (橫溪). In 1920, Taiwan's Japanese government
designated it an administrative area named Sankyō (三峽; Romaji: Sankyō; ): "Three Gorges."
Senior High schools
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Republic of China
The Republic of China , commonly known as Taiwan , is a unitary sovereign state located in East Asia. Originally based in mainland China, the Republic of China currently governs the island of Taiwan , which forms over 99% of its current territory, as well as Penghu, Kinmen, Matsu and other minor...
(Taiwan). It has an area of 191.45 km² and a population of 101,839 (May 2010).
The old name of Sanxia, Saⁿ-kak-éng refers to the meeting of the Dahan River, Sansia River, and "Horizontal River" (橫溪). In 1920, Taiwan's Japanese government
Taiwan under Japanese rule
Between 1895 and 1945, Taiwan was a dependency of the Empire of Japan. The expansion into Taiwan was a part of Imperial Japan's general policy of southward expansion during the late 19th century....
designated it an administrative area named Sankyō (三峽; Romaji: Sankyō; ): "Three Gorges."
Education
University- National Taipei UniversityNational Taipei UniversityNational Taipei University is a public university in New Taipei, Taiwan , founded in 1949. Before 2000, the University was named the College of Law and Business, National Chung Hsing University . The University main campus is in Sanxia District, New Taipei City, Taiwan...
Sanxia Main Campus (國立臺北大學三峽校區本部)
Senior High schools
- Mingde High school (市立明德高中)
- Tsz-Shiou Senior High school (辭修高中)
Junior High schools
- Sanxia Junior High school (市立三峽國中)
- Anxi Junior High school (市立安溪國中)
Others
- National Academy for Educational Research Preparatory office-Planning Objectives
Tourism and Attractions
- Zushi Temple (袓師廟)- The most important religious site in Sanxia. Originally built in 1769 by Fukienese immigrants to Taiwan, it has been rebuilt three times, of which the last effort (beginning 1947) is the masterpiece of renown Taiwanese artist Li MeishuLi MeishuLi Meishu was a renowned western-educated Taiwanese artist.Li was born in Sanjiaoyong, Taiwan . Zushih Temple in Sansia was rebuilt under his supervision....
. It is considered by many to be the most intricately sculpted temple in Taiwan.
- Minquan Old Street (民權老街) - A business street built during the Japanese ruleTaiwan under Japanese ruleBetween 1895 and 1945, Taiwan was a dependency of the Empire of Japan. The expansion into Taiwan was a part of Imperial Japan's general policy of southward expansion during the late 19th century....
, it is a very well-preserved example of Japanese colonial architecture of the time. The street features stores selling art, ceramics, and local specialty foods (most notably Bull Horn Croissants).
- Historical Relic Hall (三峽區歷史文物館) - preserves artistic and cultural artifacts from Sanxia's past.
- New Taipei City Hakka Museum (新北市客家文化園區) - the largest Hakka cultural center in Taiwan exhibiting the culture, history, and influence of the Hakka people in Taiwan and abroad.
- Li Meishu Memorial Gallery (李梅樹紀念館) - art gallery showcasing the works of prominent Taiwanese artist Li MeishuLi MeishuLi Meishu was a renowned western-educated Taiwanese artist.Li was born in Sanjiaoyong, Taiwan . Zushih Temple in Sansia was rebuilt under his supervision....
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- Pigs of God (神豬) Contest - The largest event held at Zushi Temple around Chinese New YearChinese New YearChinese New Year – often called Chinese Lunar New Year although it actually is lunisolar – is the most important of the traditional Chinese holidays. It is an all East and South-East-Asia celebration...
where farmers compete to raise the fattest pig. The fattest pig is then sacrificed to the local Taoist god Zushi-Ye (祖師爺). Controversial to animal rights activists, Zushi Temple is one of the few places in Taiwan that still practice this tradition.
- Sanxia Indigo Blue Dye Festival - A celebration of Sanxia's past as a major dyeing center in northern Taiwan.
Transportation
- Car — Sanxia is served by Freeway No. 3. (San-ying Interchange)
- Bus — Sanxia is accessible by bus from TaipeiTaipeiTaipei City is the capital of the Republic of China and the central city of the largest metropolitan area of Taiwan. Situated at the northern tip of the island, Taipei is located on the Tamsui River, and is about 25 km southwest of Keelung, its port on the Pacific Ocean...
(buses 702, 703, 705, 706), TaoyuanTaoyuan CityTaoyuan City is the county seat of Taoyuan County in Taiwan, located in the northwestern part of the island. Taoyuan city is the gateway of Taiwan: with the Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport in vicinity, and is a 30-minute ride to the capital, Taipei....
, and Yingge (Blue 19). - Train — Although Sanxia does not have a train station, it is accessible by bus from Yingge Train StationYingge StationYingge Station is a railway station of the Taiwan Railway Administration Western Line located in Yingge District, New Taipei, Taiwan.-Overview:The station has two island platforms and the main station building is located over the tracks...
across the river. - MRT — Accessible via the Tucheng LineTucheng Line (TRTS)The Taipei Metro Tucheng Line is a high-capacity underground extension of the Banqiao and Nangang Lines . The line is 7.5 km long and consists of 5 stations with an extension under construction to Dingpu.-History:...
of the Taipei Metro to YongningYongning StationThe Taipei Metro Yongning Station is the current terminal station of the Tucheng Line located in Tucheng District, New Taipei City, Taiwan.-Station overview:...
(永寧). Bus 916 from exit 1 connects to Sanxia on Highway 3. In addition Bus 910 leaves from Fuzhong (府中) station in Banqiao. Both routes are multi-section tickets, paying on entry or exit.
External links
- Sanxia District Government website (Chinese)
- Sanxia tourist information (English)