Qishan Tianhou Temple Introduction
In the 1700s, the ancestors sought peace and spiritual solace by inviting the Mazu deity from Meizhou, China to Fan Shu Liao (formerly known as Qishan). Local residents worshipped the sacred site and spread its miraculous reputation, leading many community members to pool resources to build a temple that was completed in 1824, nearly 200 years ago. Inside the temple, there is a "Feng Xian" stele that records the events of the time when a settlement was eradicated due to bandits, and two restoration steles that are valuable historical materials for studying the development of Qishan. The Qishan Mazu Temple, which has a thriving incense offering tradition throughout the year, is the only remaining temple from the Qing Dynasty period in the Qishan area and serves as the most important center of faith for the people of Qishan. Due to the bustling incense offerings, the face of the Mazu statue has become dark and shiny from the smoke. The stone carvings within the temple are simple and elegant, while the wood carvings and bronze sculptures are richly decorated, making it one of the must-visit attractions in Qishan for tourists.
