Lunghu Temple, Alien District, Buddhist temple in Alien District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Lunghu Temple is a Buddhist temple in Lingya District that showcases traditional southern Taiwanese architecture with intricate stone carvings and decorated roof tiles layered across rising rooflines. The layout guides visitors through several connected building sections, each devoted to different aspects of worship.
The temple was established to serve local spiritual needs in Kaohsiung and evolved as a gathering place for the community over generations. Its continued presence reflects the enduring role of Buddhist practice in the region.
The temple holds regular ceremonies where worshippers gather to make offerings and participate in traditional Buddhist rituals following Taiwanese customs.
The site is easily accessible and most areas welcome visitors, with convenient access from the nearby train station. You can visit during daytime hours and should dress respectfully, particularly if you plan to explore the interior spaces.
Within the complex, multiple devotional halls are dedicated to different deities, each with its own architectural style and ceremonial furnishings. This arrangement lets worshippers and visitors explore various spiritual traditions within a single location.
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