National Shrine of Our Lady of China, Meishan, Catholic shrine in Meishan Township, Taiwan
The National Shrine of Our Lady of China is a Catholic church in Meishan Township with gothic architectural features. The building sits on Chechiao Road and functions as a place where visitors come for prayer and devotion.
Spanish Dominican missionaries brought Catholicism to Meishan starting in 1913. The first church building was constructed in 1931 and the site eventually developed into the national shrine it is today.
The shrine shows how Catholic faith blends with local worship traditions in Taiwan. Visitors can see how Mary is honored here under a Chinese title and how this place draws together believers from different backgrounds.
The shrine welcomes visitors throughout the week with regular prayer services. Those looking for specific details about opening times or special events should contact the chapel directly.
The shrine received official papal recognition in 2021 through a canonical coronation decree from Pope Francis. This distinction marks its position among important Catholic pilgrimage sites worldwide.
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