Gueishan, Taoyuan

Gueishan (龜山, also spelled Guishan) is a rural township in northeastern Taoyuan County, Taiwan.

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History

Gueishan was formerly known as Gueilunshe. The name originated from a hill by the Mercy Buddha Temple of Shou Shan Rock, built in 7th year of the Chien-Lun Period of the Qing Dynasty.[1] The Pingpu and Keitago Lan tribes were located here.

Government and infrastructure

The Ministry of Justice operates Taipei Prison in Gueishan.[2]

Transportation

Gueishan is served by National Highway No. 1.

References

  1. ^ History — Taoyuan Gueishan Township Office, Taoyuan County, Taiwan.
  2. ^ "Chen Shui-bian now prisoner No. 1020." Taipei Times. Saturday December 4, 2010. Retrieved on February 1, 2011. "Supporters of former president Chen Shui-bian outside the Taipei Prison in Taoyuan County’s Gueishan Township[...]"

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