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Chih Shan Yen Gate

Coordinates: 25°6′11.1″N 121°31′48.9″E / 25.103083°N 121.530250°E / 25.103083; 121.530250
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Chih Shan Yen Gate
芝山岩隘門
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General information
Typegate
LocationShilin, Taipei, Taiwan
Coordinates25°6′11.1″N 121°31′48.9″E / 25.103083°N 121.530250°E / 25.103083; 121.530250
Completed1825

The Chih Shan Yen Gate (traditional Chinese: 芝山岩隘門; simplified Chinese: 芝山岩隘门; pinyin: Zhīshānshí Àimén) is a gate in Shilin District, Taipei, Taiwan.

History

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The gate was built in 1825 by Zhangzhou immigrants from Fujian as a defense during conflict with Quanzhou immigrants.[1]

Architecture

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The gate is made of quarry stone. The top of the gate was crenelated with loopholes for firing weapons. There are four Chinese characters carved on the rock outside the gate by Qing Dynasty scholar Pan Yongqing depicting the beauty of Chih Shan Yen Hui Chi Temple.[1]

Transportation

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The temple is accessible within walking distance east of Zhishan Station of Taipei Metro.

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b "Shilin District Landmarks". Department of Cultural Affairs, Taipei City Government. 4 July 2013. Retrieved 14 February 2017.