Lugang Tianhou Temple
Main Deities
About
Lugang Tianhou Temple is unique as the only temple in Taiwan enshrining an original Mazu statue from the ancestral temple in Meizhou. Due to centuries of incense smoke, the statue has turned a glossy black, earning the nickname 'Black-faced Mazu'. Its architecture is magnificent, featuring the exquisite 'Bagua Caisson Ceiling' by master craftsmen. It stands as a witness to the historical prosperity of Lukang. During Chinese New Year, it is a hotspot for lighting 'Beacon Lamps' and praying for good fortune.
History
Established in 1591. In 1683, Admiral Shi Lang brought the Mazu statue from Meizhou to protect his fleet during the conquest of Taiwan, and it was subsequently enshrined here. A National Monument and a key site for studying Mazu faith and architectural art.
Lugang Tianhou Temple
Lukang Township, Changhua County
Visitor Info
Address
No. 430, Zhongshan Rd, Lukang Township, Changhua County
Region
Lukang Township, Changhua County