Longtien Kunci Temple, Buddhist temple in Longtian Village, Taiwan.
Longtien Kunci Temple is a Buddhist shrine in Longtian Village with stone structures and traditional Taiwanese architectural elements throughout. Inside, multiple altars hold detailed carvings and are dedicated to various deities worshipped in the region.
The shrine was founded in 1889 by Admiral Zhang Zhaolian and later received recognition from Emperor Guang-Xu for its establishment. It was built during a period when the area faced water shortages and local upheaval.
The temple serves as a gathering place for nearby communities during the Jianjiou Festival, when people from multiple villages come together to celebrate and participate in religious rituals. Visitors can observe how locals maintain their spiritual practices throughout the year.
Visitors can walk through the grounds easily and find clear markings for different areas within the complex. The site remains accessible and peaceful for exploration throughout the day.
Stone inscriptions on the temple walls are written in Chinese, English, and Japanese, documenting historical accounts of maritime protection and local defense efforts. These multilingual carvings reveal the diverse influences that shaped the region over time.
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