Lower Taizan Rock Introduction
Xia Taishan Rock, also known as Xia Miao and Xianying Ancestor Taishan Rock, is located in the Taishan District, where there are two Taishan Rocks. The higher area in the southwest is referred to as Ding Taishan, while the lower area in the northeast is referred to as Xia Taishan. The two temples are distinguished by their locations, both dedicated to the same main deity, Xianying Ancestor. Ding Taishan Rock was built approximately 250 years ago during the Qing Dynasty under the rule of Emperor Qianlong at Qizi Jiao by Li Fugui and his ancestors, who were from Anxi, Quanzhou, Fujian. Due to its growing popularity and increasing number of devotees, the local worshippers in Xia Taishan felt it was inconvenient to worship at Ding Taishan, leading to the establishment of a separate temple 128 years ago, in the first year of the Guangxu Era (1875), initiated by Huang Yonglai and Cai Wuzhu with the donations of the faithful, thus creating what is now known as Xia Taishan Rock. Xia Taishan Rock underwent expansion in the 10th year of the Taisho era (1921) and was renovated again in the 56th year of the Republic of China, with further modifications completed in the 65th year, and additional repairs to the round pillars in the 71st year. A stone tablet commemorating the renovations during the Taisho era is embedded in the wall of the bell and drum tower, listing the names and amounts of the donors, as well as the materials used and the financial accounts. The left and right walls of the front hall feature a stone tablet commemorating the renovations conducted in the 65th year of the Republic of China. In front of the temple courtyard, there is a stone tablet for Taishan Bridge, and across the street, there is a stage for performances. The couplet on the stage reads: "Whether true or false, acting out joys and sorrows, it is ancient and modern distinguishing good from evil and loyal from treacherous."
