Xitun Fude Temple, Tudigong temple in Xidun Village, Taiwan

The Xitun Fude Temple sits in the center of Xidun Village and displays traditional Taiwanese architecture with decorated altars and detailed carved elements. Inside, the sanctuary combines ornate religious symbols with functional spaces designed for the community.

The site was founded in 1775 and has retained its spiritual importance to the village ever since. Multiple renovations have modernized the sanctuary while keeping its original purpose and focus intact.

The temple serves as a gathering place where residents celebrate lunar festival occasions and perform religious ceremonies honoring the Earth God. Visitors can observe how the community maintains these spiritual practices as part of daily life.

The site welcomes visitors throughout the year with no entrance fee and is easily found in the village center. On-site spaces allow visitors to watch worship activities and explore the sanctuaries at their own pace.

The temple houses two Earth God statues, a husband and wife said to have been married for over a century; in January 2021 the temple held a celebration of their 100th wedding anniversary, with commemorative coins, cakes and red cords given to visitors, drawing more than a thousand people.