Shengming Temple

Taipei Attractions

聖明宮外觀

Shengming Temple is primarily dedicated to the worship of Guansheng Emperor. It was originally established in a private residence in the Jinshan District during the early Guangxu period. In 1936, the statue of Guansheng Emperor was moved to Lunzi Top in Jiufen. In 1948, the Quanzhong Hall was established at the original site, dedicating the temple to Fuyou Emperor, Siming Zhenjun, Huo Luo Ling Guan, and Wu Mu Emperor, collectively known as the Five Benefactor Lords. It was not until 1950 that the temple was built at its current location, and the following year, the Quanzhong Hall was relocated to the new site. In 1976, it was renamed Shengming Temple. Due to its elevated location and the spacious platform in front of the temple, visitors can not only appreciate the beauty of the temple but also enjoy the natural scenery of the Ruibin coastal area. Shengming Temple serves as the center for various activities 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 Emperor. Initially established in the early years of the Guangxu era in a private residence in the Jinshan District, the statue of Guansheng Emperor was moved to Lunzaiting in Jiufen in 1936 (Showa 11). In 1948 (the 37th year of the Republic of China), the Quanzhong Hall was established on the original site, worshiping not only Guansheng Emperor but also Fuyou Emperor, Si Ming Zhenjun, Huo Luo Ling Guan, and Wu Mu Emperor, collectively known as the Five Shengtong Benefactors. It wasn't until 1950 (the 39th year of the Republic of China) that the temple was built at the current site, with the 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 elevated location and the spacious platform in front of the temple, visitors can not only appreciate the beauty of the temple but also enjoy the natural scenery of the Ruibin coastal area. Shengming Temple serves as the center for various Jiufen activities, and each year, the Mazu pilgrimage 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 1062 to "Jiufen Old Street" Station → Walk along Jishan Street (500 meters, about 9 minutes) to reach your destination. 2. Take Keelung Bus 788 to "Jiufen" Station → Walk along Shuxi Road (350 meters, about 8 minutes) to reach your destination. 【By Car】1. National Highway 1 → Exit at Ruifang Interchange on Provincial Highway 62 → Taiwan Route 2 D (Rui Ba Highway) → County Road 102 → Continue along Jishan Street to Jieding Lane to reach your destination.

Other Nearby Attractions： Wengshan Ying's Former Residence (Jiufen Tea House) 、 Shengping Theater 、 Shuqi Road 、 Jiufen Gold Mine Museum 、 Peng Garden (Taiyang Hospital) 、 Ruifang Scenic Area 、 Jiufen Visitor Center 、 Jiufen Old Street 、 Kai Cheng Temple (Tian Gong Temple) 、 Bang Keng Kou

Nearby Cuisine： Wang's Delicious Snacks 、 Liao Mu Cheng Century-Old Shop Entrance Pastry 、 Jiufen Tea House 、 Jiufen Shimizu Restaurant 、 Jin Zhi Red Rice Wine Meatball 、 Jiufen Haiyuelou Scenic Tea House 、 A-Lan Grass Rice Cake 、 Mei Mei Agricultural Products 、 Shan Hai Guan Tea House 、 Xuanming Rice Shop