Fengyuan Ciji Temple, Mazu temple in Fengyuan District, Taichung, Taiwan.
Fengyuan Ciji Temple is a sanctuary dedicated to Mazu in Fengyuan, Taichung, with intricately carved stone walls depicting maritime scenes. The structure features red supporting columns beneath curved roofs topped by dragon sculptures and dedicated spaces for worship and prayer.
The sanctuary was established in 1777 and became central to maritime communities seeking protection from the sea goddess during Taiwan's trading expansion. This development reflects the deep reliance seafaring populations placed on the deity for their safety on the water.
The temple draws worshippers during lunar celebrations who perform traditional ceremonies with incense and food offerings to the sea goddess. These practices show how devotion to the protector deity remains woven into community life today.
The sanctuary opens at sunrise and closes at sunset with clearly marked prayer areas and signage available in several languages. Visitors can find dedicated zones for making offerings and navigate the different indoor spaces without difficulty.
Local craftspeople create specialized paper offerings at this site using techniques handed down through generations of artisans. This handmade tradition sets this place apart from other worship sites in the region.
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