Themed Events

Special Show Hundreds Jump in Water

To welcome the Year of the Snake, we invite everyone to participate in the "Hundreds Jump in Water" event, showcasing their creative donning styles inspired by the "Year of the Snake ". The top 10 participants with the most impressive "Year of the Snake " costume styles will be rewarded with the "Superb Fresh Seafood – The Seafood Giftbox". We welcome all of you to join us!

2025 Yehliu Harbor Purification FestivalThe Guidelines for the Hundreds Jump in Water Event and Event Rundown

1.Event Date: Saturday, February 12, 2025
2.Check-in Time: At 8:00 a.m. (please complete the registration process before 9:00 a.m.; and, due to tide and safety issues, participants of the "Hundreds Jump in Water" event should check in on time to ensure a smooth event on that day)
3.Check-in Location: In front of Wanli District Fishermen’s Association (No. 56-1, Gangxi Rd, Wanli District , New Taipei City/ turn right 50 m after passing Baoan Temple).
4.Event Rundown:

※The ocean purification and patrol ritual is restricted to professional fishermen and ritual hosts only. People are forbidden to participate in the event “on board the boat.” We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

Site plan
Check-in time and location: At 08:00 a.m. in front of Wanli DistricT

Important notice

(1) Please collect your "Warrior Certificate" on the event day, as certificates will not be issued for overdue claims.
(2) When dressing up, please pay attention to the following:
i. Please dress appropriately to ensure swimming safety and avoid obstructing the diving route.
ii.Avoid wearing clothing made of materials that easily absorb water and do not float, such as capes, cloaks, and ropes.
iii.Refrain from bringing any objects that could impede swimming, including pipes, bicycles, skateboards, etc.
(3) As this event takes place in the winter under cold conditions:
i.It is recommended that you wear a wetsuit.
ii.Please pay attention to cold protection before gathering and lining up.
iii.Individuals with high or low blood pressure, cardiovascular diseases, asthma, pregnancy, or those with poor health conditions are advised not to participate in the water jumping activity.
iv.Please carefully assess your personal physical and mental health before deciding to join the water jumping activity.
(4) Special reminders:
i. Do not stay overnight or drink alcohol before this water jumping activity. Refrain from entering the water if you are physically unwell. Do not bring any hazardous objects. Avoid rushing or competing recklessly
ii. On the event day, remember to have breakfast to maintain your physical health and prevent a drop in body temperature. Check and wear the life jacket appropriately, and pay attention to your physical well-being. If you feel unwell, do not force yourself to complete the entire course. Be attentive when coming ashore to avoid falling due to dizziness. Follow the guidance of on-site staff.
(5) If you notice any issues at the event venue, please inform on-site staff identifiable by their work credentials.
(6) Please place and store your personal belongings according to on-site instructions. The organizer is not responsible for the safekeeping of valuable items.

Contact methods: Contact Person: Yehliu Harbor Purification Working Group Contact Number: 02-2923-0887 E-mail: uk.mdinfo168@gmail.com

Registration Guidelines: PDF file
Disclaimer Form: PDF file

Registration

Featured Activities

Purification Sea Patrol:

During the “Purification Sea Patrol”, believers will accompany the divine palanquins on a round trip to patrol Yehliu Harbor three times and unload the catch from the ship. This symbolizes the safe return of fishing vessels laden with a bountiful catch.

※儀式僅限專業漁民及科儀人員登船，禁止一般民眾「登船」參與，造成不便敬請見諒。

Harbor Purification:

Over a hundred strong young male believers, having fasted and cleansed themselves before this religious ceremony, will jump into the ice waters of Yehliu Harbor in the resounding cheers and lively drum beats in winter, and then disembark on the opposite shore. The young men rushing into the waters of Yehliu Fishing Harbor symbolize the expulsion of wandering spirits and wild ghosts. This act signifies the divine harbor purification and serves as a prayer for the well-being of the people, favorable weather, and national prosperity.

Divine Firewalking:

The young men carrying the divine palanquin will also walk barefoot through the charcoal fires for three rounds. This ritual symbolizes the dispelling of bad luck and the ushering in of good fortune. Finally, in the resounding drum beats, they will perform a circumambulation prayer, seeking blessings to safeguard the locals for a safe sea journey and a plentiful fishing harvest.

Queen’s Arrival—Blissful NT$99 Promotional Package

Wanli District Office promotes the “blissful NT$99 promotional package” during the Harbor Purification Festival with Yehliu Geopark. The entrance fee which is originally charged for NT$120 will only be NT$99. Moreover, limited lucky money from Baoan Temple will be given for free along with the purchase of the package. Only a limited number of 666 entrance tickets will be available for NT$99. Everyone is welcome to pray for blessings atBaoan Temple in Wanli during the Lunar New Year and visit the geological wonder of the Queen’s Head at the same time.

Purchase Method: Only on the ticketing system of i-bon.Sale Time: From January 15 to February 12 or until the tickets are sold out.Duration of Use: From January 29 (Lunar New Year’s Day) to February 12 (Lantern Festival).Usage: You may enter the Geopark with the presentation of the ticket for the event from i-bon and exchange the lucky money from Baoan Temple with your ticket at the entrance.

Safety Glutinous Rice Balls

Yehliu Baoan Temple and its followers prepare one thousand servings of heartwarming safety glutinous rice balls for all participants at the venue to wish them safety during the Lantern Festival!

Time:February 12, 2025 (Wednesday) from 10:00AM to 11:30AMLocation:Safety Glutinous Rice Ball Distribution Section

Giving Away Blessed Fish

To bring peace and success to participants of this festival, the Wanli District Office has specially organized the "Blessed Fish Giving Away" activity. Participants can obtain a coupon for exchanging "blessed fish" at 10:45 at the activity venue to receive the blessed fish that promises a year filled with auspicious blessings.
Coupon Distribution Time: Coupons for exchanging "blessed fish" will be distributed at 10:45 a.m. Coupon Distribution Location: In front of Yehliu Coastal Patrol Outpost Time for Exchanging Blessed Fish: 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Location for Exchanging Blessed Fish: Next to the seafood special sale venue.

Superb Fresh Seafood – Special Sale on Seafood Giftbox

Yehliu is a sea harbor renowned for its diverse and fresh seafood. As a gesture of appreciation for those participating in the Yehliu Harbor Purification event, the organizers have arranged a special seafood sale, where largehead hairtails and small squids caught by fishermen during the season will be packaged into giftboxes. At this event, these sets will be sold at a discounted price of NT$660, down from the original price of NT$1200, with only 600 sets available. Event Date: Saturday, February 12, 2025, at 09:15 in the square in front of Yehliu Baoan Temple

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