Cyu-Yuan Temple, Buddhist temple in Beitou District, Taiwan
Cyu-Yuan Temple is a Buddhist temple in Beitou District organized across two levels with a main hall at its center. Within the main hall stands a central statue of the poet Qu Yuan, flanked by wall inscriptions displaying classical literary passages.
The temple was built between 1977 and 1980, with its formal dedication coming from Taipei's mayor at the time. Its creation reflected a desire to establish a literary site honoring the ancient poet Qu Yuan.
The temple draws visitors during Dragon Boat Festival, when the community gathers to prepare traditional rice dumplings and mark the occasion together. Its connection to the poet Qu Yuan makes it a gathering place for those interested in classical Chinese literary traditions.
The temple is located on Zhongmei Street in the Beitou area and is accessible by public transportation. Visitors should note that the space spans two levels and operates according to regular opening hours.
In 1981, the temple hosted a national poetry convention that solidified its role as a center for classical Chinese literature. This event drew writers and scholars, making the site an important gathering place for literary discussions.
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