Da Shi Ye Temple

Da Shi Ye Temple is a Chinese temple in Minxiong Township, Taiwan, that links several covered halls and courtyards under tiled roofs with upturned eaves. Columns are decorated with red calligraphy, carved dragons and phoenix figures adorn the beams, and lanterns hang from the curved roof lines.

The temple was built during the early twenties of the last century when the area attracted a growing merchant community. Local authorities later granted it monument status to preserve its religious and architectural value.

The name honors a folk deity believed to protect travelers and merchants who pass through the township. Residents light incense sticks and arrange offerings on altars, filling the interior with soft smoke and the scent of burning sandalwood.

Access is through a main entrance that opens into the central hall where most ceremonies take place. Visitors should keep voices low and consider photography only outside the worship areas.

The carvings on the roof beams depict mythological scenes that show both Taoist and Buddhist figures side by side. This blend reflects local religious practice where worshippers honor both traditions without strict separation.