New Zu Temple

Changhua Attractions

新祖宮正面
新祖宮正面

1. "Lukang Xinzuguang Temple" was established in 1787, with a long history. It is the only official Matsu temple in Taiwan, making it rare. Although the current temple structure is the result of later renovations, it remains an important historical testament, especially the stone tablets and stone incense burners inside the temple, which have significant historical value. 2. The wooden structure of the main hall has aesthetic value in construction, reflecting the construction methods and characteristics of more recent times.

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

New Zu Temple Introduction

Xinzhu Temple was built under the decree of Emperor Qianlong. In October of the 52nd year of the Qianlong reign (1787), General Jia Yonggong Fukangan led an army of over a hundred thousand to arrive in Lugang to suppress Lin Shuaiwen's uprising. Although it was said that the soldiers acted on orders, they also relied on divine assistance. Therefore, funding was allocated for its construction. The foundation was laid and the beams were erected that December, and it was completed by June of the following year, with the statue of the Mazu deity being enshrined, commonly referred to as "Xinjia Palace."

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Xinzugang Temple Scene Xinzugang Temple Scene

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