Miaozi Pu Qingqian Temple Introduction
"Qingqian Di" is located in the Maozaiopu area of Wuhucun, Xihu Township, on the north side of Provincial Highway 119. It is the ancestral home of Mr. Zhang Qingxiu, the ninth village chief of Xihu Township. "Qingqian Di" was initially built during the Tongzhi period of the Qing Dynasty and has a history of over one hundred years. It has undergone multiple renovations, with the most recent major renovation occurring around the 43rd year of the Republic of China. On the outside, it appears to be a spacious brick three-section courtyard building, but upon closer inspection, its layout, beams, and altars exhibit a unique style distinct from typical traditional Hakka residences. The entire structure is designed in a "Chang" character shape, symbolizing the family's prosperity and flourishing, comprising a main hall, left and right side rooms, and two courtyards. Above the main entrance is inscribed with the three large characters "Qingqian Di," flanked by two ancient stone pillars. The brackets and horizontal beams on the pillars are intricately carved and possess an antique charm. The grand layout of "Qingqian Di" is surrounded by lush forests and bamboo groves, creating an elegant ambiance that easily invokes nostalgia, making it a site worthy of preservation.
