[2025 Taipei Attraction] Travel Guide for Zhinan Temple (Updated May)

Now is the season when cherry blossoms are in full bloom, and the cherry blossoms in Zhinan Palace are even more beautiful! There are several pink cherry blossoms in full bloom here, which are dreamy and romantic, and there are also crimson cherry blossoms dotted among them. The whole sea of ​​flowers is stunningly beautiful and definitely worth a look! Transportation is also very convenient. Just take the bus to Zhinan Palace Station and then walk for five minutes to easily arrive and enjoy the charming cherry blossom scenery up close. After viewing the cherry blossoms, you can also take a walk along the nearby trails, stroll in nature, and enjoy a quiet and relaxing afternoon. #Valentine's Day Destinations 2025 #Cherry Blossom Viewing #Guide Palace #Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots

It was really cold when we took the cat cable car up to Zhinan Temple Mountain on a rainy day. Friends who go up the mountain must wear a coat and bring an umbrella, because it can rain at any time. However, the night view of Zhinan Temple on rainy nights is foggy. If it is good weather, it should be more beautiful. It is also nice to take a walk occasionally.

The Zhinan Temple is a Taoist temple with beautiful sculptures, located on the way to Maokong. When you walk up and look down, you can see the city view below. On the day that Mai Kao went, he was dressed like a Chinese monk in a movie and chanted something like a ritual to exorcise the outside. Inside, there were Taiwanese monks and young and old people meditating and counting rosary beads. However, there were not many people here. If anyone is interested in going to Maokong, it would not hurt to stop here. How to get there: Bus BR5, 530 will stop right in front of the stairs. #TravelAbroad #TravelTaipei #ReviewTaipei #MaiKaoTakesYouToTravelInTaipei

#AprilGoodDestinations2025 The seventh section of the Taipei Great Longitudinal Hike is "Zhi Nan Temple Thousand Steps Trail → Zhi Nan Temple → Green Light Platform → Da Cheng Hall Trail → Tea Fragrance Circular Trail → Maokong Station → Camphor Tree Trail → Zhangshan Temple → National Chengchi University Back Mountain". It is popular among Taipei citizens because it is approachable. The Zhinan Temple Trail was built during the Showa period in Japan. It has a total of 1,200 stone steps. Visitors can enjoy the scenery of Taipei City from the temple, while the Dacheng Hall is the place to enjoy tung blossoms in May. The Zhanghu Trail has the lupine season in March, which also represents the tea culture of Maokong. From the Zhanghu Trail, you can also continue to the Yinhedong Mountain Crossing Trail to Xindian or walk through Zhangshan Temple and go down the back mountain of National Chengchi University. Zhangshan Temple has an excellent view, with the entire Taipei Basin within sight, and often attracts hiking tourists to stop and take in the view. The temple thoughtfully prepares tea and chairs for believers to rest; occasionally there are local farmers selling agricultural products here!

I went to Maokong, famous for its Tieguanyin tea. First, I took a ropeway ride overlooking the city and nature, and took a short walk in the air. When I reached the top, there were signs showing the way, so I made a plan and took the route I wanted. Along the way, I ate Tieguanyin ice cream and just walked while looking at the tea fields. There are many walking paths, so if you just go in by chance, you'll find something interesting, like a coffee shop in a place like this! Along the way, there is a tea research center where you can get hot tea if you have a bottle, and this tea is also very delicious to drink while walking. When I arrived at the station just before the top of the ropeway, I soon saw Muzha Zhinan Temple. It is a large and beautiful sight, standing alone in the greenery. It was a place that made me want to walk a little further if I had the time. #Maokong #Ropeway #TieguanyinTea #IceCream #NaturalScenery #TaiwanTrip

#Taipei Sakura The cherry blossom scenery in Taipei combines urban convenience with natural poetry. The "Cherry Blossom Trail" at Zhuzihu in Yangmingshan has about a hundred Oshima cherry trees blooming in the mist, contrasting with the wetland landscape, making it seem like a secret place. During the flower season, you can take a cable car to overlook the pink and white sea of ​​clouds. In the evening, you can go to the Bamboo Lake Wind and Rain Gallery to taste local wild vegetable dishes and enjoy a slow time. There are hundreds of Japanese late cherry trees in Daan Forest Park, forming a sea of ​​flowers around an ecological pond. It is suitable for family outings. On weekends, you can participate in the cherry blossom market to experience handmade products and local food. The Taipei Cherry Blossom Avenue at the intersection of Xinyi Road Section 5 and Ren'ai Road is lit up by Japanese lanterns along the road in the spring night. It is recommended to take a walk after dusk to feel the romantic atmosphere of the city. If you have enough time, the century-old cherry blossoms in Muzha Zhinan Temple in Wenshan District, combined with Taoist culture, have a different kind of Zen. Taipei’s cherry blossom season is easily accessible by MRT, allowing you to integrate cherry blossom viewing into urban life and easily embrace the warmth of spring.

#Taipei Itinerary In the dim morning light, I climbed up the stairs and reached the Zhinan Palace hidden among the mountains of Wenshan. A winding stone staircase leads to the misty temple, seemingly guiding people towards inner peace. The archway in front of the temple shines with golden light, and the three characters "Zhi Nan Palace" on the plaque are majestic, evoking awe of heaven and earth. The temple is filled with incense, and believers devoutly worship Taoist gods and pray for peace and well-being. I gently stroked the bamboo wishing tube and drew the lot calmly. A poem seemed to hide a revelation of fate, which made people savor the mystery carefully. The observation deck behind the temple is the most fascinating place in Zhinan Palace. Looking out over the Taipei Basin from afar, the city’s skyscrapers vaguely emerge in the mist, like a painting of the fusion of the human world and the heavenly world. The mountain breeze is gentle by my ears, and the worries in my heart disappear, replaced by deep tranquility and satisfaction. This holy place in the mountains is not only a place to pray, but also a pure land to find inner peace.

Maokong has beautiful scenery. In addition to hiking, it is not recommended to consume your own food in the area. After the Spring Festival, the one-way fare of the Mao Cable Car has been increased from NT$120 to NT$180, and the crystal car will be charged an additional NT$50 per person starting on March 1. The reason is that the company is losing money. The number of passengers is not enough to cover the operating costs, and perhaps no investigation has been conducted to find out why tourists would rather go to Jiufen than Maokong. A taxi to the same area, Yinhedong, costs NT$700 per trip. The cost of a scenic restaurant is about the same as that of a city restaurant, but the portions served are one-third of the size. It's not a Michelin restaurant. If you can't eat enough, you have to eat outside. This is the warning I received after spending a day as a tourist. Food is the most important thing for people. It is also curious how long a scenic area can last if it cannot satisfy tourists with food.

Lingxiao Hall (also known as Lingxiao Palace) is the main hall of the Taoist Heavenly Palace, dedicated to the Jade Emperor. Many temples are also named after it. It is said that the plaque of 'Lingxiao Hall' was inscribed by Chiang Kai-shek during his visit to Qingxu Temple in Guanziling in 1950. Due to its popularity, it was mistakenly believed by devotees to be the official hall of the Jade Emperor, and this belief gradually spread. The Lingxiao Hall at Zhishan Temple is the highest of the four halls, enshrining various deities and ancestors. Inside the hall, there is a Tai Sui Hall with sixty Tai Sui gods in solemn and majestic postures. Devotees can light Tai Sui lamps, Bright lamps, and Wealth lamps to pray for blessings. This place is easily accessible, either by taking the Maokong Gondola or driving to the back mountain parking lot. On clear days, the air is fresh, and the view is expansive, making it not only suitable for worship but also for hiking and photography! Zhishan Temple | Lingxiao Hall Lane 157, Section 3, Zhishan Road, Wenshan District, Taipei City

[Access] ○Get off at Zoo Station on the MRT and transfer to the Maokong Gondola. It takes about 20 minutes to reach Zhinan Temple. [Points to note] ~Enjoy the Taipei cityscape~ To get to Zhinan Temple, take the Maokong Gondola. It goes up quite high up the mountain, so if the weather is good you can look down on the city of Taipei. There are many gods enshrined all over the grounds, so try exploring the various places while walking along the promenade. It will take half a day to explore at your leisure, but if you come to Taipei, it is a spot you should visit. *Information as of October 2024. #AsiaTravelRecord

Zhinan Temple in Taiwan is a hidden gem for those seeking peace and stunning architecture. Nestled on a serene mountain, it offers intricate designs with traditional Chinese architecture and scenic views. If you want to take some break from a crowded city, Zhinan Temple is a quiet place, not so many people there and ideal for reflection. Besides, several other temples nearby await exploration, adding to a calm, enriching journey. #travel #taiwan #zhinan #temple

#GetDiscountsWithoutLuck 🛕At Zhinan Temple, in addition to being a sacred temple, there are also statues of various animals scattered around the mountain and in the cherry blossom garden where we can do activities to find animal statues here. Address: Zhinan Temple Gondola Station 🚠, Taipei The journey is when we travel by riding the Maokong cable car, we can stop by at this station, which will have a Chinese temple. And during the cherry blossom season, which is around February to March of every year, this area will be full of cherry trees blooming with pink flowers 🌸 along with cute animal statues in various characters scattered within the garden area where you can take pictures together. 🦁🐒🐮🐓

📍 Zhinan Temple Walk up until you are out of breath, but the view from the top is worth it. You can see the view of the southern part of Taipei as far as the eye can see. We traveled by bus to National Chengchi University and walked up the path. Or if you are not comfortable walking, you can take the cable car.

After dinner in Maokong, I took the children to ride the Maokong Cable Car It was originally rainy and cloudy. Unexpectedly, the clouds suddenly exploded into a sunset The whole beauty This light will end in about 10 minutes😍 It costs 70 yuan from Maokong to Zhinan Palace Station👌 The moment the cable car rushed out was so exciting🤣 #Maokong#Cable car