Zushi Temple, Chinese temple in Sanxia District, Taiwan
Zushi Temple is a Chinese temple in Sanxia District that has three stone entrances and octagonal twin-dragon pillars carved from stone. The main building is decorated with wood carvings and stone reliefs that are arranged in multiple tiers stacked above each other.
The temple was built in 1767 by Chinese settlers from Fujian province. In the second half of the 20th century, the painter and sculptor Li Meishu led a full redesign that transformed the building into its current appearance.
The walls are completely covered with carved wooden panels showing stories from old Chinese novels, such as the Tale of the Three Kingdoms or the Journey to the West. Each carving is so detailed that visitors can recognize facial expressions and the folds in the characters' robes.
The site is within walking distance of Sanxia Old Street and is open daily from five in the morning until ten in the evening. At the entrance, visitors can request a free guide who will explain the carvings and construction methods.
A spiral coffered ceiling is installed in the main hall, crafted so finely that it must be protected from the smoke of incense sticks. To preserve it, a special ventilation system was built to channel smoke outward.
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