The Champion’s Sacred Cap Sparks Childhood Dreams — Punan Park, Shunze Temple, Puyan Township

Located in Shunze Temple, a site renowned nationwide, our Starlight Tai team thoughtfully designed and constructed this themed playground.

Inspired by the legendary Champion’s Cap of Shunze Temple—made famous when Norwegian triathlete Gustav Iden repeatedly won titles while wearing it—this project brings a local legend to life. Under the leadership of the Puyan Township Office, Shunze Temple became the core of a place-making initiative, linking surrounding public spaces and transforming Punan Park into an inclusive, family-friendly playground.

♦ Signature Themed Design： Centered on the iconic blue Champion’s Cap, the slide integrates the cap’s visual identity, creating a striking photo spot that showcases fine craftsmanship and carries the glow of a winning legend.

♦ Highly Customized Play Equipment： From concept to construction, every detail reflects Starlight Tai’s expertise—bespoke facilities that balance durability and safety while blending local lore with contemporary design.

♦ Inclusive Family Space：A place for children’s laughter and for parents to slow down and savor local culture—an inviting environment for all ages to share joy and heritage.

Visit Shunze Temple Punan Park and experience a journey where legend, creativity, and local culture meet—lighting up childhood dreams beneath the Champion’s Sacred Cap and creating memories to last.




Shunze Temple Champion Cap Transforms Punan Park into a New Landmark in Puyan, Changhua

Shunze Temple in Puyan Township, Changhua County gained nationwide fame after Norwegian triathlete Gustav Iden repeatedly won world championships while wearing a cap from the temple—creating the легендary story of the “Champion’s Sacred Cap.” This unique connection brought widespread recognition to both the athlete and the temple.

Driven by this iconic symbol, the Puyan Township Office launched a space regeneration project centered on Shunze Temple, linking surrounding public spaces and transforming Punan Park into an inclusive (co-creation) park. The project was funded with NT$4.4 million raised by the township office and NT$4.4 million in county subsidies, totaling NT$8.8 million in construction costs.

The highlight of the park is a giant blue “Shunze Temple Champion Cap” slide structure, which has become a striking new check-in landmark. On the 4th, Changhua County Magistrate Wang Huei-mei, Puyan Township Mayor Hsu Wen-ping, and local representatives visited the newly completed site. Magistrate Wang stated that the park, once overgrown and poorly planned, has been transformed into a vibrant, family-friendly space with inclusive play equipment and a massive champion cap as its visual centerpiece.

The county government emphasized that Punan Park is part of a broader initiative to develop inclusive themed parks across Changhua County, creating safe, diverse, and engaging play environments for children of all ages.

According to the Construction Department, the park’s main feature is a large composite playground structure shaped like the Shunze Temple Champion Cap, combining:

• A 7-meter-high dual-stage challenge slide
• The township’s first large zipline
• Inclusive wood-plastic play facilities
• A children’s adventure zone
• A sandbox play area

Together, these elements a multi-age, parent–child inclusive recreational space, making Punan Park not only a children’s favorite playground but also a popular photo and check-in destination for families and visitors.

Reference:
Changhua County Government News Center (2024/09/05)
“New Check-in Landmark in Puyan, Changhua – Punan Park with Giant Shunze Temple Champion Cap Slide”

More Photos:
Refer to project performance portfolio / completed works gallery