Worship Rituals

Introduction to common temple rituals and worship practices in Taiwan.

Incense Offering Ritual

How to properly offer incense and pray in a Taiwanese temple.

A traditional ritual to convey wishes to deities and ancestors.

Showing respect to deities with fresh flowers and fruits.

A ritual to pray for a bright future and spiritual vitality.

The First Incense Race is one of Taiwan's most iconic temple New Year traditions.

A complete guide to temple visiting etiquette, from entering the gate to the proper order of worship.

Learn about common worship taboos in Taiwanese temples to ensure a respectful visit.

The sacred ritual that transforms a newly carved statue from a work of art into a divine vessel.