Houchuo Longfeng Temple Introduction
Longfeng Temple is a journey filled with aesthetics in religion and art! Longfeng Temple was officially established in the 16th year of the Daoguang era during the Qing Dynasty (1836 AD), and it is dedicated to the Heavenly Matron, also known as Mazu. With robust worship activities, it is paired with the Zhonggang Ciyu Temple, famously referred to as the internal Mazu, while Longfeng Temple is known as the external Mazu. As a historically rich temple, Longfeng Temple can be considered a treasure trove! The most notable feature of the temple’s architecture is the magnificent statue of Mazu, standing 136 feet tall, approximately equivalent to 12 stories. On clear days, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the Taiwan Strait from the top of the statue. The temple's artistic architecture is further highlighted by colorful cut-glass and Chaozhou pottery decorations, as well as the exquisite craftsmanship displayed in the coffered ceilings, ornamental beams, stone carvings, and more, showcasing the utmost expression of temple architectural art! Moreover, Longfeng Temple houses many ancient plaques and artifacts that are over a century old. Among its treasures are the stone incense burner from the Daoguang era, the bronze incense burner from the Xuande period of the Ming Dynasty, the gourd-shaped medicine token, and the ancient well - Longquan Well, which is contemporaneous with the temple, all deserving of careful appreciation.
