Tainan Grand Mazu Temple
Main Deities
About
Tainan Grand Mazu Temple is the first official Mazu temple in Taiwan, unique for being converted from the palace of Prince Ningjing of the Ming Dynasty. After Shi Lang conquered Taiwan, it was converted and elevated to a Grand Temple, becoming the center of Mazu worship in the Qing era. It holds high status with many imperial plaques. Its Matchmaker God (Yuelao) is famously efficacious for blessing unrequited love and strengthening relationships.
History
Originally the Prince Ningjing Palace (built 1664). Converted to a Mazu temple in 1683 by Shi Lang after petitioning Emperor Kangxi, who promoted Mazu to 'Empress of Heaven'. It marks the start of official Qing worship of Mazu and witnesses the transition from Ming to Qing rule. A National Monument.
Tainan Grand Mazu Temple
West Central District, Tainan City
Visitor Info
Address
No. 18, Ln. 227, Sec. 2, Yongfu Rd, West Central District, Tainan City
Region
West Central District, Tainan City