Lukang Zhinan Temple

Changhua Attractions

鹿港地藏王廟
鹿港地藏王廟

To the north of Lukang is the Tianhou Temple, and to the south is the Dizangwang Temple, representing the settlement's belief in heaven and earth in Lukang. The faith in Dizangwang is deeply valued in Lukang, especially during the Ghost Festival when the temple sees a peak in incense offerings and the rituals are very grand. The previously closed doors open wide during this time, and the "Yulanpen Ceremony" is held until the evening when the temple is closed. The Dizangwang Temple is oriented east and faces west, built in a three-room, two-hall style. It was established in the second year of the Kangxi reign (1663) as a small earthen temple. In the 22nd year of the Kangxi reign (1683), it was rebuilt as a brick temple. Now, after 343 years, the temple primarily enshrines Dizangwang Bodhisattva, along with the guardian deity of the place, Zhunü (Goddess of Childbirth), and the Ten Yama Kings. The layout is two halls and two corridors, with the main hall enshrining Dizangwang Bodhisattva and the side niches dedicated to the guardian deity and Zhunü. Within the temple, there is a statue of Dizangwang from the Jiaqing period, a plaque from the 4th year of the Guangxu period (1878) reading "Tianzhu Zunyan," and a stone inscription from the 23rd year of the Jiaqing period commemorating the donation for the renovation of the temple on the right side wall.

Address:No. 2, Lixing St, Lukang Township, Changhua County

Lukang Zhinan Temple Introduction

To the north of Lugang is the Tianhou Temple, and to the south is the Dizang Wang Temple, representing the beliefs of the local community in Lugang regarding heaven and earth. The worship of Dizang Wang is highly valued in Lugang, particularly during the Ghost Festival when the temple is bustling with activity. The ceremonies are very grand, and the usually closed doors of the temple are opened for the "Yulanpen Festival," continuing until nightfall when the activities conclude.

Lukang Dizang Wang Temple Gate Lukang Dizang Wang Temple Gate

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