Wenshi Academy, Educational academy and temple in Xiwen Village, Taiwan.
Located at the heart of Xiwen Village, Wenshi Academy combines traditional architectural elements with dedicated spaces for study and ceremonies.
The institution was founded in 1767 by Magistrate Hu Jianwei during the Qing Dynasty's Qianlong period as part of educational initiatives in Penghu County.
Students at Wenshi Academy participate in calligraphy sessions, poetry recitation, and traditional painting classes to maintain Chinese cultural practices.
Visitors can explore the Kuixing Building, dedicated to the God of Examinations, through guided tours that explain the institution's educational methods.
The academy maintains both temple and educational functions, featuring inscriptions and artifacts that document centuries of academic traditions.
Location: Xiwen Village
Inception: 1767
GPS coordinates: 23.56688,119.58010
Latest update: March 12, 2025 17:21
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