Shun'an Temple in Dou-Nan Introduction
Caipoma, or Cai Pu Ma, has been worshipping Mazu at Shun'an Temple in Dou-Nan for over a hundred years since crossing the sea to Taiwan. It was established in the early Qing Dynasty and relocated to its current site during the Tongzhi era by Zeng Lao Da and the residents of fifty-three villages. Near the temple entrance, many vendors sell pickled products such as preserved radish and sauerkraut, giving rise to the local name "Caipoma." The Mazu's birthday is celebrated on the 21st day of the third lunar month with a peace-praying pilgrimage. Established in 1736 (the first year of the Qianlong reign), the Mazu worshipped in the temple, "Meizhou Sheng Er Ma," was brought from the "Meizhou Tianhou Temple" in Putian County, Fujian, by the ancestors of the local prominent Chen family. The relief sculpture of the goddess is located on the outer wall of the 18-meter high visitor center, with spotlights installed above; lit at night, it becomes even more solemn and can be seen from a distance, marking a new landmark in Dou-Nan. Image source: Hsueh Ying Chi/Photographer. (Please do not reprint authorized photos.)
Dounan Shun'an Temple
