Daxi Longshan Temple

Daxi Longshan Temple is a Chinese temple in Daxi District, Taiwan, featuring traditional Taiwanese architectural elements with detailed stone carvings and painted decorations throughout its halls and corridors. The structure includes multiple courtyards and buildings arranged according to spiritual principles, with ornamentation at every turn.

Founded in 1813, the temple was reconstructed in 1895 after destruction by Japanese authorities during the colonial period. It received its current name in 1981, marking a long journey of rebuilding and preservation across centuries.

The main shrine houses the goddess Guanyin alongside other Buddhist figures, showing the mixed religious practices that remain common in Taiwanese temples today. You can watch locals light incense sticks and leave offerings, which gives you a sense of how people actively use this space for their faith.

The temple is located near transportation routes in Daxi District and welcomes visitors throughout the year. Wear comfortable shoes since the grounds have different levels and staircases to explore.

Behind the temple grounds, a mountain trail winds through groves of Tong trees that produce white blossoms in spring. This quiet area offers a contrast to the active spiritual life of the temple itself.