Mazu Temple in Magong (Tai Hsia Association) Introduction
Shhui-Sian Temple is one of the four ancient temples in Penghu (Mazu Temple, Guanyin Pavilion, City God Temple, Shui-Sian Temple), established in the 35th year of the Kangxi era of the Qing dynasty (1695) by the Right Yong Yuji Xue Kui. The temple enshrines five deities, namely Da Yu, Wu Yuan, Qu Yuan, Xiang Yu, and Lu Ban, collectively known as the Five Water Immortal Lords. It is worshiped by fishermen to pray for smooth operations of merchant ships. In the past, Shui-Sian Temple was also known as the meeting place of Taishe and Xiashe, and the outing in Penghu was also referred to as Taishe Outing, abbreviated as Pengjiu. It was formed by the combined efforts of Taishe Jinlishun and Xiashe Jinchangshun, resembling modern business associations where they exchanged business information, negotiated trades, and handled community welfare affairs. While the exact founding date is unclear, records confirm its existence during the Qianlong and Jiaqing eras of the Qing dynasty, with a prosperous period for business interactions during the Tongzhi and Guangxu eras. The construction materials and artisans of Shui-Sian Temple mainly came from Dongshan, Fujian Province, and its architectural style retains characteristics from the Tongshan area. Due to renovations during the Japanese occupation, the windows were designed in a European style with vertically sliding panes, while the construction of the front beams and wall surfaces incorporated traditional craftsmanship and materials, along with the use of local Penghu washed sand (shell sand) to mimic stone columns and wall materials. It is currently designated as a national third-level historic site. Festival: October 10 of the lunar calendar [Recommended visiting time] 1 hour
Mazu Temple of Makung (Taihsia Meeting Hall)
