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Tainan Sacrificial Rites Martial Temple Section 2, Yongfu Rd, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan 700 ☎ +886 6 229 4401 Last Updated: 10/28/2024 |
| The Tainan Sacrificial Rites Martial Temple, also known as the Tainan Martial Temple, is a historical and cultural gem in Tainan City, Taiwan. Established in 1665 during the Ming Dynasty by Zheng Jing, the son of the Ming loyalist Koxinga, the temple is dedicated to the worship of Guan Yu, a celebrated general from the Three Kingdoms period known for his loyalty, righteousness, and martial valor. | |
| This temple is one of the oldest temples dedicated to Guan Yu in Taiwan and serves as a unique testament to Taiwan’s integration of Confucian values and martial worship traditions. With its deep-rooted significance, the Tainan Martial Temple remains an essential part of Taiwan’s rich cultural tapestry, showcasing both the island's historical dedication to martial values and its appreciation for traditional artistry. | |
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Tainan City Place » City Tainan City is located in southwestern Taiwan and is the oldest city in the country. It is situated in the Tainan Basin, surrounded by mountains and the Taiwan Strait to the west. Tainan is known for its rich history, cultural heritage, and delicious local cuisine. Tainan City's 2019 population was 1,881,204. 316 views 💖 1Taiwan |
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Beiji Temple Place » Temple The Beiji Temple is a Chinese temple dedicated to Xuantian Shangdi in West Central District, Tainan, Taiwan. Beiji Temple mainly worships Beiji Xuan Tian Shang Di, and lies above Jiuling, a relatively high point in Tainan. Because of the Northern Black Tortoise, unlike other temples, Beiji Temple uses black as its main color. 16 views 💖 1Minquan Rd, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan 700 |
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Lady Linshui Temple Place » Temple Located behind Yanping Koxinga Temple, Lady Linshui Temple was built in 1736. It enshrines Lady Linshui, Chen Jing-gu. It is said that she was extremely clever and had psychic powers as a child. When a serious drought struck Fujian Province in China, despite being several months pregnant, Chen set up at altar and prayed for rain. 15 views 💖 1Jianye St, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan 70049 |