Shih Gong Temple and Ten Thousand Troops Well Introduction
The Shigong Temple, as confirmed by the inscription of the General Shih Temple, is a shrine built in honor of Admiral Shih Lang, who was granted the title Duke of Jinghai during the Qing dynasty. During the Daoguang period, it was honored with the addition of memorial offerings for officers and soldiers who died in service, thus it is not exclusively referred to as the General Temple but rather as the Shigong Temple. Located on Zhongyang Street in Magong City, Penghu County, the original name was "Shih General Temple," built around the 23rd year of the Kangxi era (1684 AD). The temple enshrines a statue of Shih Lang, who served as the naval commander and made significant contributions to the Qing court, leading to the establishment of the General Shih Temple in his honor; it was renamed Shigong Temple only after the 23rd year of Daoguang. With over 300 years of history, it is classified as a third-grade historic site in the Penghu area. Due to Admiral Shih Lang's numerous contributions and achievements that were recognized by the Qing court, this temple was specially built to express gratitude. The Shigong Temple features a narrow courtyard house architectural style, constructed with a combination of load-bearing walls and wooden framework with gable walls. Apart from the entrance, the other four sides are distinctively enclosed with solid spaces, and the open courtyard is also small. To the right front side outside the Shigong Temple, there is a well originally named Magong Dajing. According to a legend, it was said that Shih Lang prayed to the Heavenly Queen and thus a spring emerged, leading to alternative names such as Shih General Well and Shih Well. The well's abundant water was sufficient to supply thousands of troops. There are also claims calling it Shiquan Well and Wangjun Well. This well is officially designated as a county historic site under cultural heritage law. 【Recommended Stay Time】 0.5 hours
Wanjun Well
