Linnei Park

Linnei Park is located opposite the Linnei Township Office. In its early days, it was known as "Linnei Shrine," also called "Japanese Shrine," established in Showa Year 14 (1939). It now boasts a history of over eighty years. Renamed Linnei Park in the 46th year of the Republic (1957), it still preserves two old Japanese-style archways and six stone hidden lantern pavilions. In the past, it enshrined deities such as the Three Kami of Creation, Toyouke-Ōmikami, and Prince Kitashirakawa Yoshihisa, making it one of the more complete existing Japanese shrine relics in Taiwan. Strolling up the steps, with old trees and birdsong on both sides, the atmosphere is incredibly serene. At the top of the stairs is a two-section temple. The main hall is a Jigong Temple, offering excellent views of the confluence of the Qingshui and Zhuoshui Rivers. The Confucius Temple in the back hall is said to be the location of the former shrine's main building. Whenever examination season arrives, many parents bring their children to pay respects to the Great Sage and Teacher, praying for their academic success.