Fa-chu-kung Temple, Taoist temple in Datong District, Taiwan.
Description
Fa-chu-kung Temple is a Taoist temple in Datong District featuring traditional Chinese architecture with intricate stone carvings, wooden beams, and hand-painted decorative patterns throughout. The building displays characteristic design elements typical of classical Chinese temples with careful attention to detail in all its structural components.
History
The temple was established in 1878 during a period of economic expansion in the Dadaocheng area. It became a central religious institution for local merchants and community members seeking spiritual guidance.
Culture
The temple honors Fa-chu-kung, a deity associated with prosperity and business success, and serves as a gathering place where business owners seek blessings for their ventures.
Practical
The temple is located at Nanjing West Road Lane 344, Number 2, and maintains regular visiting hours for the public. Traditional incense and prayer facilities are available within the temple grounds for visitors to use.
Did you know?
The temple offers specialized divination sessions where visitors receive guidance on business decisions through traditional fortune-telling methods. This practice combines spiritual counsel with practical business matters in a centuries-old tradition.
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