Chih Ming Tang Introduction
Qi Ming Tang, also known as the Martial Arts Temple, is a syncretic place of worship for Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism, honoring the holy figures of the three teachings. The main deities are the Civil and Military Sages, with supplementary offerings to Yue Fei and Zheng Chenggong. It was established in the 25th year of the Guangxu era (1899 AD) in the southwest of Lotus Pond. The temple has a magnificent and grand appearance, featuring Eastern palace-style architecture. On the birthdays of various deities, devotees hold elaborate rituals to welcome and venerate the gods, making it one of the important local celebrations.