Chong-Qing Buddhist Temple, Buddhist temple in West Central District, Tainan, Taiwan.
Chong-Qing Buddhist Temple is a house of worship in Tainan built with traditional forms, featuring detailed wood carvings and ornamental details across its exterior walls and interior spaces. The main hall and surrounding areas display these crafted elements throughout.
The site was founded in 1721 and belongs to a larger complex of religious buildings in the city. Recognition as a historic building came in 2007 due to its importance for local history.
The temple serves the local community as a place for Buddhist ceremonies and daily gatherings. Visitors can experience the living practice of Buddhism and the respect for traditions that shape how the space is used.
The temple is located in central Tainan and is easy to reach. Visitors should be aware that active gatherings take place, so respectful behavior and consideration are important.
The temple is part of a larger religious complex encompassing seven temples and eight shrines, making it a rare network of sacred sites. This arrangement shows how different traditions coexisted in Tainan's religious landscape.
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