Bajijing Wudi Temple, Religious temple in West Central District, Tainan, Taiwan.
Bajijing Wudi Temple is a shrine in the West Central District of Tainan with traditional Chinese design featuring wooden partitions and gilded pillars throughout the main hall. The interior spaces are divided by these architectural elements to create separate areas for different types of worship and prayer.
The temple was built during Emperor Kangxi's reign in the Qing Dynasty and has served the local community for centuries. After flood damage threatened the structure, major reconstruction occurred in 1929 and extensive repairs were carried out in 1970 to protect the building.
The temple displays painted door guardians and wall frescoes created by the artist Pan Li-shui, along with calligraphy by masters Chu Chiu-Ying and Huang Kuo-shu. These decorative elements fill the interior and reflect the artistic traditions important to local worship practices.
The temple is located on Youai Street in central Tainan and remains open for visitors to observe religious ceremonies throughout the year. Checking local schedules in advance is helpful, as special religious events may affect regular visiting hours.
Each year the temple performs a distinctive ritual placing Bagua willow talismans on the center gate lintel, a protective practice rooted in folk tradition. This annual ceremony draws observers and demonstrates how older beliefs continue within modern worship.
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