Shengming Temple

Taipei Attractions

聖明宮外觀

Shengming Temple primarily worships Guansheng Dijun. It was initially established in the early Guangxu period in a private residence in Jinshan District. In the 11th year of Showa (1936), the statue of Guansheng Dijun was moved to Lun Zidng in Jiufen. In the 37th year of the Republic of China (1948), the Quanzhong Hall was established on the original site, co-worshipping Fuyou Dijun, Siming Zhenjun, Huo Luo Lingguan, and Wumu Dijun, collectively known as the Five Sheng En Zhu Gong. It wasn't until the 39th year of the Republic of China (1950) that the temple was built at its current location, with the Quanzhong Hall moved to the new site the following year. In the 65th year of the Republic of China (1976), it was renamed Shengming Temple. Due to its elevated location and the spacious platform in front of the temple, visitors can enjoy not only the beauty of the temple but also the natural scenery of the Ruifang coastal area. Shengming Temple serves as the centerpiece for various events in Jiufen, and every year, the Mazu pilgrimage starts and ends at Shengming Temple.

Address：No. 56, Jieding Lane, Ruifang District, New Taipei City 224, Taiwan

Shengming Temple Introduction

Shengming Temple primarily worships Guansheng Dijun. It was originally established in a private residence in the Jinshan District in the early years of the Guangxu era. In 1936 (Showa 11), the statue of Guansheng Dijun was moved to Lunziteng in Jiufen. In 1948 (the 37th year of the Republic of China), the Quanzhong Hall was established on the original site, simultaneously worshipping Fuyou Dijun, Siming Zhenjun, Huo Luo Lingguan, and Wumu Dijun, collectively known as the Five Sheng En Zhu Gong. It wasn't until 1950 (the 39th year of the Republic of China) that the temple was built at its current location, with Quanzhong Hall relocated to the new site the following year. In 1976 (the 65th year of the Republic of China), it was renamed Shengming Temple. Due to its high elevation, the open area in front of the temple is very spacious, allowing visitors not only to appreciate the beauty of the temple but also to enjoy the natural scenery of the Ruibin coastal area. Shengming Temple serves as the center for various activities in Jiufen, and every year, the celebration of Mazu begins and ends at Shengming Temple.

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Shengming Temple Travel Information

Address：No. 56, Jieding Lane, Ruifang District, New Taipei City 224, Taiwan

Transportation Methods：【Public Transportation】1. Take Keelung Bus No. 1062 to "Jiufen Old Street" Station → walk along Jishan Street (500 meters, about 9 minutes) to reach your destination. 2. Take Keelung Bus No. 788 to "Jiufen" Station → walk up Shuqixi Road (350 meters, about 8 minutes) to reach your destination. 【Driving】1. National Highway No. 1 → exit at Ruifang Interchange on Provincial Highway No. 62 → Taiwan Provincial Route 2 Ding (Ruifeng Road) → County Road No. 102 → continue along Jishan Street and then to Jieding Lane to reach your destination.

Other Nearby Attractions： Wengshan Ying Residence (Jiufen Teahouse) 、 Shengping Theater 、 Shuqi Road 、 Jiufen Gold Museum 、 Pengyuan (Taiyang Hospital) 、 Ruifang Scenic Area 、 Jiufen Visitor Center 、 Jiufen Old Street 、 Kaicheng Temple (Tian Gong Temple) 、 Pangkan Kou

Nearby Cuisine： Wang's Delicious Snacks 、 Liao Mu Cheng Century-Old Store Entrance Crisp 、 Jiufen Tea House 、 Jiufen Shismei Store 、 Golden Branch Red Rice Wine Meat Ball 、 Jiufen Haiyue Lou Scenic Teahouse 、 A-Lan Grass Cake 、 Memei Agricultural Products 、 Shanhai Guan Tea House (Shanhai Quanguan Tea House) 、 Xuanming Rice Restaurant