Wugugong Temple

Chiayi Attractions

五穀王廟

The King of Grains is known as the Emperor Shennong. Taiwan is an agricultural nation primarily focused on the cultivation of rice crops. The God of Grains is recognized and respected by later generations for his contributions to the promotion of grains and wheat. As a result, the celebrations on his birthday, the 26th day of the 4th lunar month, are very grand and lively each year. The temple was established during the Kangxi era of the Qing Dynasty and has a history of several hundred years. It was originally built by local residents to pray for a bountiful harvest of grains. Today, the temple is thriving, and much of the land used by National Chung Cheng University was donated by this temple.

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

Wugugong Temple Introduction

The King of Grains is indeed the Emperor Shennong. Taiwan is an agricultural nation, primarily focused on rice cultivation, and as such, the God of Grains is revered for his contributions to the growth of grains and wheat, earning the respect and acknowledgment of future generations. Each year, on the 26th day of the fourth lunar month, elaborate and lively ceremonies are held to celebrate his birthday. The temple was established during the Kangxi reign of the Qing Dynasty and has a history of several hundred years. It was originally built by local residents to pray for a bountiful harvest of grains, and now it enjoys great popularity, with a significant portion of National Chung Cheng University’s campus land having been donated by this temple.

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Wugugong Temple Travel Information

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

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

Other Nearby Attractions： Minxiong Branch of Central Broadcasting Station Japanese-Style Dormitory Area 、 Wanglailan Pineapple Cultural Park 、 Hsiang Wu-Long Chaozhou Ceramics 、 Cymbidium Story House 、 Dalin Sugar Factory 、 Bajian Mountain Baolin Zen Temple 、 Aimu Village Leisure and Tourism Factory 、 Lungtian Temple 、 Dingzhuang Community 、 Yuanlinzi Community

Nearby Cuisine： Minxiong Pork Bun 、 Traditional Pea Rice Noodles 、 Bian Shi Qi Nan Yi Mian 、 Ajiyan Noodles Stall 、 Toraja Coffee (Ningjing Lake, National Chung Cheng University) 、 Nikai Restaurant 、 Songshan Earthen Kiln Lamb 、 Taiwan Coffee Dalin Store 、 Gao Bin Restaurant (Hong Kong-style Radish Cake) 、 Dalin Pork Chop King