Chin Shan Yen Hui Chi Temple, Chinese temple in Shilin District, Taiwan.
Chin Shan Yen Hui Chi Temple in Shilin is a concrete structure decorated with stone sculptures on its exterior walls and contains multiple worship halls spread across different levels. Each hall serves a specific spiritual purpose and reflects traditional design principles of Chinese temples.
The temple was founded in 1764 and suffered serious damage during the 1786 Lin Shuangwen rebellion when local residents fought against Qing Dynasty forces. These events remain significant to the temple's role in the community's past.
The temple is divided into three main worship areas, each honoring different deities worshipped by the local community. This layout reflects how people have gathered here over generations to seek blessings for different aspects of their lives.
You can reach the temple by taking the Taipei Metro to Zhishan Station and following a walking path that leads up to the grounds. The route is straightforward and clearly marked for visitors.
A memorial tablet inside the temple records the names of Shilin residents who died during the 1786 rebellion. This reminder honors those whose lives were lost during a pivotal moment in the area's past.
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