Matsu Daitsen Temple Introduction
Tai Sheng Temple is located in the Haomei Village of Budai Town, Chiayi County. It is dedicated to the guardian deity of fishermen, Mazu. Besides serving as a place for local fishermen to pray for safety during their outings, the temple houses a Mazu statue from the Ming Dynasty that is over 300 years old, attracting pilgrims from all over. The Mazu statue at Tai Sheng Temple has been identified by the Ministry of Education as belonging to the late Ming Dynasty, making it a historically significant artifact with a protective value that spans over three centuries. In 2019, it was certified as an important cultural relic, making it a critical cultural asset. Because of this, Tai Sheng Temple is not only revered by local devotees but is also a precious historical site that many worshippers from various regions, both domestic and international, are eager to visit.