Sacred Heart of Jesus Church Introduction
The Sacred Heart of Jesus Church is located on Provincial Highway 24 in Wutai Township. Established in 1959, it is also known as the Shenshan Catholic Church because it is situated in the Shenshan Village. The church is built from local slate, and its most distinctive feature is the human-shaped seats carved by local tribespeople, all facing to the right direction, which is where the sun rises, symbolizing hope. Inside the church, there is a beehive, which represents unity for the indigenous people; it symbolizes how a mother hen protects her chicks, with a leader sheltering the people beneath its wing, while the villagers are like the chicks under the feathers, treasured and protected by the beehive's swarm, promoting a spirit of cooperation and togetherness. It is recommended to spend about 30 minutes here, and if you wish to visit, you must make an appointment with the Community Development Association in advance. An entry permit is required to enter Wutai Township, and Class A large buses are prohibited from passing.
