Taipei Municipal Chengyuan High School, municipal senior high school in Datong District, Taipei
Taipei Municipal Chengyuan High School is a public school housed in a large building with numerous classrooms located in the Datong District. The campus includes modern facilities such as computer labs and science rooms, traditional structures, extensive sports fields, and a library where students study quietly or browse books during free time.
The school was founded in 1897 and began as a night school during Japanese rule, named after the concept of deep learning from the classical text 'Xunzi'. After several name changes and relocations, including damage during World War II, it was rebuilt in its current Datong location in 1946 and gradually developed into its present form as a full-time high school.
The school's name comes from the classic text 'Xunzi' and symbolizes deep learning and personal growth. It shapes the daily rhythm of the neighborhood as students move through local shops and eateries after classes, becoming part of the community's social fabric.
The school is easily accessible by public transport and has a main gate that is clearly marked. Visitors should note that the campus is busy during school hours, so visiting outside regular class times or during school holidays works best.
The school was founded in 1897 on the historic site of the former Taiwan Magistrate's Office, a significant location in local history. This setting connects the school's educational mission with a deeper link to the region's past.
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