Shuangci Temple Introduction
Shuangci Temple, located on Sanmin Road in Fengshan, is the oldest temple in the Fengshan District, boasting over 300 years of history. The temple's founding can be traced back to the late Ming Dynasty, initially serving as a shrine for Guanyin Buddha, known as "Guanyin Pavilion." In the 18th year of the Qianlong reign of the Qing Dynasty (1753), a front hall was added, and the Goddess of Heaven was invited from Quanzhou to be enshrined, leading to Guanyin Buddha moving to the back hall. As both deities are female, the faithful revere their compassion, and it is collectively called "Shuangci Pavilion." Locally, it is also referred to as "Mazu Temple," "Tianhou Palace," or "Big Temple," predating the Longshan Temple, which is classified as a second-class historic site. The temple sees a constant flow of worshippers and has a vibrant atmosphere. Its unique location near the intersection of Shuangci Temple and Sanmin Road Furniture Street is said to be a auspicious Feng Shui site for a female deity temple, akin to a hen protecting its chicks. Although its appearance has changed significantly due to renovations, the interior still retains many plaques, couplets, and stone tablets, rich in historical significance, making it one of the most important temples in the hearts of the people of Fengshan.
