Shigong Temple and Wanjun Well Introduction
Shigong Temple can be confirmed as a shrine built for General Shi Lang after he was granted the title of Duke Jinghai, according to the "Inscription of the Shi General Temple." During the Daoguang period, the temple also honored the soldiers who died in service, thus it is not specifically referred to as a general's temple and was instead named Shigong Temple. Located on Zhongyang Street in Zhongyang Village, Makung City, Penghu County, Shigong Temple was originally named "Shi General Temple" and was built around the 23rd year of the Kangxi era of the Qing dynasty (1684 AD). The temple primarily enshrines a statue of Shi Lang, who served as the commander of the naval forces and made significant contributions to the Qing court, thus a temple was established in his memory. The name was changed to Shigong Temple after the 23rd year of Daoguang. It has a history of over 300 years and is classified as a third-level historic site in the Penghu area. Due to Shi Lang's numerous accomplishments during his lifetime and the recognition he received from the court, the Qing court specially constructed this temple to express their gratitude. Shigong Temple features a narrow courtyard-type structure, and its architectural framework is a mix of load-bearing walls and wooden frames arranged in a gable style. Apart from the entrance, the other four sides are enclosed, which is a notable characteristic, and the courtyard is also small. In front of the right side of Shigong Temple, there is a well originally called Magong Dajing. According to legend, due to Shi Lang's prayers to the Empress of Heaven, the well springs forth. It is also known as Shi General Well or Shi Well, as it provides abundant water for thousands of troops to drink, and there are also references to it as Shiquan Well or Wan Jun Well. This well has been designated as a county historic site according to cultural heritage legislation. 【Recommended time to stay】 0.5 hours
Wanjun Well
