Dagangshan Chaofeng Temple Introduction
Chaofeng Temple is located in Gangshan Village, Alian District, Kaohsiung City, at the summit of Dagang Mountain. It offers a vast panoramic view, overlooking the Alian urban area and plains below Dagang Mountain. Established in the 28th year of the Qianlong Emperor's reign (1763), Chaofeng Temple has a history of 250 years and is one of the earliest centers of Buddhism in Southern Taiwan, primarily dedicated to Guanyin. It is currently classified as a second-class historic site, holding significant historical value. The temple complex is quite large, including the Western Three Saints Hall, Guanyin Hall, Deng Miaojue Gate, Little Snow Field, and Tiger Banyan, along with a Compassion Crossing Pool and a shopping street outside the temple. Visitors can enjoy the scenery of Dagang Mountain along the pathway, with views extending from Cijin District to the Taiwan Strait during the daytime, watching sunsets in the evening, and experiencing a magnificent night view filled with city lights, making it a must-visit destination in Gangshan.
