Wugukong Temple

Chiayi Attractions

五穀王廟

The God of Grains, also known as the Emperor Shennong, is revered in Taiwan, a nation built on agriculture primarily focused on the cultivation of rice. The God of Grains is acknowledged and respected for his contributions to the proliferation of grains and cereals. Every year, on the 26th day of the fourth lunar month, grand and lively ceremonies are held to celebrate his birthday. The temple was established during the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty and has a history of several hundred years. Originally built by local residents to pray for bountiful harvests, the temple of the God of Grains is now flourishing, and a significant portion of the land used for the establishment of National Chung Cheng University was donated by this temple.

Address：No. 148-1, Fengshou Village, Minxiong Township, Chiayi County

Wugukong Temple Introduction

The Five Grains King is none other than the Great Emperor Shennong. Taiwan is an agricultural nation primarily focused on the cultivation of rice crops, and thus the deity of the Five Grains is honored for his significant contributions to the development of grains and wheat. As a result, he is revered and respected by later generations. Every year, on his birthday, which falls on the 26th day of the fourth lunar month, the celebrations are grand and lively. The temple was established during the Kangxi era of the Qing Dynasty and has a history of several hundred years. It was built by local people to pray for bountiful harvests of the five grains. Today, the temple enjoys a thriving patronage, and a significant portion of the land used for the establishment of National Chung Cheng University was donated by this temple.

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Wugukong Temple Travel Information

Address：No. 148-1, Fengshou Village, Minxiong Township, Chiayi County

Transportation Methods：1. National Highway No. 1: Head south, exit at Dalin Interchange, proceed towards National Route 1 in Minxiong, turn left onto County Road 106 towards National Chung Cheng University, then turn left at the Fengshou Village sign, and you will arrive in about three minutes. 2. National Highway No. 1: Head north, exit at Chiayi Interchange, proceed towards National Route 1 in Minxiong, turn right onto County Road 106 towards National Chung Cheng University, then turn left at the Fengshou Village sign to arrive.

Other Nearby Attractions： MInxiong Branch of Central Broadcasting Station Japanese Dormitory Area 、 Wanglais Mountain Pineapple Cultural Park 、 Hsiao Wu-Lung's Chaozhou Pottery 、 Moonlight Peach Story House 、 Dalin Sugar Factory 、 Baguashan Baolin Temple 、 Aimu Village Leisure and Tourism Factory 、 Longtian Temple 、 Dingzhuang Community 、 Yuanlinzi Community

Nearby Cuisine： Minxiong Meat Bun 、 Traditional Peng Pi Noodles 、 Bian Shi Qi Nan Yi Mian 、 A-ji Noodle Stall 、 Toraja Coffee (Nantou University, Tranquil Lake) 、 Ermiao Restaurant 、 Songshan Clay Oven Lamb 、 Taiwan Coffee Daling Store 、 High Pen Restaurant (Hong Kong Style Turnip Cake) 、 Dalin Pork Rib King