Kaohsiung Fengyi Kaizhang Shengwang Temple Introduction
Located on Zhongyi Street in Fengshan, Kaohsiung, the Kaizhang Shengwang Temple was built during the Qing Dynasty in the Qianlong period and has a history of over two hundred years. It is one of the four major ancient temples in Fengshan District, alongside Shuangci Pavilion, Chenghuang Temple, and Longshan Temple. The temple primarily venerates Chen Guang, a military hero who helped pacify the southern tribes during the reign of Emperor Gaozong of the Tang Dynasty, along with statues of General Ma Ren and General Li Boyao. The colorful door god paintings of the main hall are the works of national treasure-level painter Pan Lishui. Despite undergoing multiple renovations over the past two hundred years, the temple retains many intricately crafted stone sculptures. The temple has a grand atmosphere and solemn ambiance, preserving a strong sense of ancient simplicity. It is a significant center of faith for the local community, and one of the largest Kaizhang Shengwang Temples in Taiwan, with a spacious courtyard that serves as an important venue for various competitive performances and wedding celebrations.
