Nankan Wufu Temple Introduction
Nankan Wufu Temple, formerly known as Xuantan Temple or Yuantan Temple, is commonly referred to as Nankan Marshal Temple. Wufu Temple is dedicated to the Taoist deity Xuandao Yuan Shuai Zhao Gongming, and it is said to have been established during the Zheng period. The temple was originally built in 1745 (the 10th year of the Qianlong era) and is oriented to the northeast facing southwest. It features a layout comprising three sections, two courtyards, and two corridors. The temple's exterior largely retains the style from its restoration during the Taisho era, showcasing exquisite wooden carvings, stone sculptures, and Tzi-chi pottery works. The design of the sacred pavilion in the temple courtyard is particularly elegant, and the surrounding environment is quite beautiful. To this day, it remains one of the scenic spots in northern Taiwan and was selected by the Ministry of the Interior in 2013 as one of Taiwan's "Hundred Scenic Religious Sites," holding significant historical meaning. Wufu Temple has an enclosed street-house architectural structure with a narrow, deep spatial arrangement. The first section features a San Chuan Gate, followed by the main hall and rear hall. The main buildings are interspersed with courtyards and corridors, creating a three-section courtyard layout. Overall, the floor plan of Wufu Temple resembles the narrow form typical of traditional street-house style temples.
