Beipu possess a fascinating culture legacy. Historical buildings like Jinguangfu Mansion, Tiansui Hall, and Citian Temple features the local prosperity in the past. Jingguangfu Mansion was built in 1835, it was the joint business office of two men from different culture, which is very rare at the time. Jing means gold, guang from Guangdong, and fu from Fujian, thus the name Jingguangfu. It holds the history records of the ancestors establishing this place. The architect is Fujian style, but simple. Along with the Tiansui Hall next door, it has been designated a National Class One Historical Monument.
Tiansui Hall is the residence of one the businessman in Jinguangfu. An important man played a significant role in building Beipu. It is a traditional sanhoyuan, three section compound, known to be one of the most beautiful mansions in Taiwan. With swallow ceiling decoration, large stone pavement, and wet screen walls, it is a fusion of traditional Chinese and western architect. The mansion remains private residence not open to the public.
Bipu Citian Temple is the religious and community center of the area, also the most impressive and largest. It’s where the locals call meetings, perform showcases, and even open markets. The temple played a heavy role in the everyday lives of the people in the past even now.
Beipu firefly season
Beipu remains in the primitive state environment. During the summer when the Tung flowers bloom, fireflies would strolled the mountains. It is a spectacular view. For only 15 days around the end of April to the beginning of May, it would be the best time for firefly viewing. Beipu Cold Spring, Shitoushan, Wujishan are all great places for firefly viewing also.