Fengshan Chenghuang Temple Introduction
Fengshan Chenghuang Temple was built in the fifth year of the Jiaqing period of the Qing Dynasty and has a very thriving cultural significance. Upon entering the temple, one can see two special artifacts: the "You Came" wooden plaque and the "Great Abacus." The "You Came" plaque indicates that eventually, one must report to the City God, with a strong and forceful message; the "Great Abacus" symbolizes a precise account of one's merits and faults throughout life. Additionally, the imposing figure of the City God sits on the main altar, flanked by the four great constables and civil and military judges in the dark columns of the hall, surrounded by admonitory couplets that awe the visitors. Although Fengshan Chenghuang Temple is not large, its intricate carvings, brilliant gold, and magnificent exterior make it stand out. The public believes that the City God is a deity who punishes evil and rewards good without ambiguity and responds to every petition. People worship here with deep faith, and even today, when disputes arise, it is common for parties involved to come here to take an oath after invoking the spirit of the rooster, leading to a continuous stream of devotees and an ever-growing incense offering, making it a center of local faith.
