New Taipei City Yi Tien Temple, Taoist temple in Sanchong District, Taiwan
New Taipei City Yi Tien Temple is a Taoist temple in Sanchong District, featuring traditional Chinese architecture with carved details and painted surfaces. A staircase decorated with red lanterns leads visitors up to the main entrance and prayer halls.
The temple was founded in 1965, during a period of cultural renewal in Taiwan following decades of transition. It grew as an expression of renewed religious life in the Sanchong community.
The temple is dedicated to Mazu, the sea goddess revered by fishers and travelers across East Asia. Visitors can observe altar offerings and community rituals, especially during lunar calendar celebrations.
The temple is in Sanchong and is within walking distance of Sanchong metro station. It is open daily to visitors of all backgrounds, from morning to dusk.
Locals call this the Cat Temple because a large group of stray cats has made it their home. According to local accounts, the red lanterns at the entrance first drew these animals to the site.
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