Zhanghua Kaihua Temple - Guanyin Pavilion Introduction
Main Deity: Guanyin Buddha Historical Evolution: Kaihua Temple is a designated historical site in Changhua County, formerly known as Guanyin Pavilion. It was built in 1724 during the reign of Emperor Yongzheng by the first magistrate of Changhua County, Tan Jingzheng. Changhua County was established in the first year of Yongzheng (1723), and the county government offices were completed in the sixth year of Yongzheng (1728). Prior to the completion of the county government offices, the administration operated in the city of Jhadong (now Chiayi County). Once the county government offices were built, it returned to the jurisdiction of Changhua County. Therefore, Kaihua Temple is recognized as the first temple and cultural institution before the establishment of the city and government offices.
