New Ancestor Palace

Changhua Attractions

新祖宮正面
新祖宮正面

1. "Dukang New Ancestor Temple" was established in 1787, making it a site of great historical significance as the only official Mazu temple in Taiwan. Although the current structure is a result of later renovations, it still serves as an important historical testament, particularly with the stone inscriptions and stone incense burners that hold significant historical value. 2. The wooden structure of the main hall exhibits aesthetic value in construction, reflecting the building methods and characteristics of more recent times.

Address:No. 96, Putou Street, Lugang Township, Changhua County

New Ancestor Palace Introduction

Xinzhu Temple was built based on the decree of Emperor Qianlong. In October of the 52nd year of the Qianlong era (1787), General Jiayong Gong Fukangan led an elite force of over 100,000 to jointly march into Lugang to quell Lin Shuangwen's uprising. Although it was said that the soldiers acted on orders, it was also attributed to divine assistance. Consequently, the government allocated funds for its construction, and in December of that year, the foundation was laid and beams were raised. By June of the following year, it was completed, and the statue of the Heavenly Mother was enshrined, commonly referred to as "Xingong."

New Ancestor's Temple New Ancestor's Temple
View of the New Ancestor Temple View of the New Ancestor Temple

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