Taiwan's Sacred Sites
Taiwan's spiritual landscape is defined by its architectural variety and religious syncretism. This collection spans centuries, from the 17th-century Tainan Confucian Temple and the intricate stone carvings of Sanxia Zushi Temple to modern landmarks like the sprawling Fo Guang Shan monastery. Highlights include the Mazu temples of Lukang and Dajia, the unique paper-tube structure of the Paper Dome, and the remnants of the Japanese-era Ōgon Shinto shrine. These sites serve as centers for traditional festivals, intricate art, and diverse faiths including Buddhism, Taoism, and Christianity.
A Lungshan Temple
Bangka Lungshan Temple is a Chinese folk religious temple in Wanhua District, Taipei, Taiwan.
B Taipei Confucius Temple
The Taipei Confucius Temple is a Confucian temple in Datong District, Taipei, Taiwan.
C Taipei Tian Hou Temple
The Thean Hou Temple is a six-tiered temple of the Chinese sea goddess Mazu located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
D The Grand Matsu Temple
The Grand Matsu Temple, also known as the Datianhou or Great Queen of Heaven Temple, is a temple to the Chinese Goddess Mazu, who is the…
E Hsing Tian Kong Beitou Branch
A branch of the main Hsing Tian Kong temple, this Taoist complex in Beitou is dedicated to Guan Yu. It features traditional palace-style architecture and serves as a center for the Enzhugong faith.
F High-Heel Wedding Church
The High-Heel Wedding Church is a high-heel-shaped building in Budai Township, Chiayi County, Taiwan.
G Fo Guang Shan Monastery
The headquarters of one of Taiwan's largest Buddhist organizations, this sprawling complex in Kaohsiung features the Great Buddha Land, a massive golden statue surrounded by 480 smaller images.
Yuan dao guan yin miao
A modern Buddhist temple in Tamsui known for its Tang-style architecture, Japanese-inspired gardens, and a massive thousand-armed Guanyin statue visible from the surrounding hills.
I Nan kun shen dai tian fu
Established in 1662, this Tainan landmark is the oldest and largest Wangye temple in Taiwan. It is renowned for its intricate wood carvings and its status as the head temple for the Five Lords worship.
J Jenn Lann Temple
The Dajia Jenn Lann Temple, also known as the Zhenlan or Mazu Temple, is a temple dedicated to the Chinese Goddess Mazu, the Goddess of Sea…
K Fo Guang Shan
Fo Guang Shan is an international Chinese Mahāyāna Buddhist organization and monastic order based in Taiwan that practices Humanistic…
L Holy Rosary Cathedral
The Basilica Cathedral of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary is the oldest Roman Catholic church and Minor Basilica in the Republic of China.
M Confucius Temple
The Tainan Confucian Temple or Quan Tai Shou Xue, is a Confucian temple on Nanmen Road in West Central District, Tainan, Taiwan.
N ChangChun Shrine
Eternal Spring Shrine, also called Changchun Shrine, is a landmark and a memorial shrine complex in Taroko National Park in Xiulin Township…
O Three Gorges (Sanxia) Shimizu Ancestral Temple
Changfu Temple is a Taoist temple along Sanxia Old Street in Sanxia District, New Taipei, Taiwan.
P Hsinchu Earth God Temple
Dating back to 1748, this is Taiwan's highest-ranking City God temple. It is notable for its highly detailed interior artwork and the bustling traditional food market operating within its outer gates.
Q Matsu temple
The Lukang Tianhou Temple, also known as the Lukang Mazu Temple, is a Chinese temple dedicated to the Chinese Goddess Mazu, the Goddess of…
R Zinan Temple
The Zhushan Zinan Temple is a Chinese Temple dedicated to Fude Zhengshen and located in Sheliao Village, Zhushan Township, Nantou County,…
S Zushi Temple
Changfu Temple is a Taoist temple along Sanxia Old Street in Sanxia District, New Taipei, Taiwan.
T Tianhou Temple
The Tianhou Temple, also known as the Kaitai Tianhou or Mazu Temple, is a temple to the Chinese Goddess Mazu, who is the Goddess of Sea and…
U Ōgon Shrine
The Ōgon Shrine also known as the Jinguashi Shinto Shrine, Gold Temple or Spirits of the Mountain Shrine is a Shinto shrine located halfway…
V Shi ding gu niang miao
A unique temple in Shiding dedicated to the deity Wei Bian. It is recognized as the origin of the Taiwanese tradition of borrowing 'fortune money' from deities to seek prosperity.
W Dharma Drum Mountain
Dharma Drum Mountain is an international Buddhist spiritual, cultural, and educational foundation founded by late Chan master Sheng-yen.
X Paper Dome Church
The Paper Dome is a temporary church building constructed using paper tubes as structural elements.
Y Spring and Autumn Pavilions
The Spring and Autumn Pavilions are a Taoist temple complex located on Lotus Lake in Zuoying District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
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