Wugukong Temple

Chiayi Attractions

五穀王廟

Wugu King is also known as Shennong Da Di. Taiwan is an agricultural nation primarily focused on the cultivation of rice crops, thus Wugu God, who has contributed to the promotion of grains and wheat, is recognized and respected by later generations. Every year, on the 26th day of the lunar calendar's fourth month, the celebrations for his birthday 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 originally built by local people to pray for a bountiful harvest of grains, and today it enjoys a thriving incense offering. 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

Wuguxiang, also known as the God of Agriculture, is recognized for his contributions to grain and wheat. In Taiwan, an agricultural nation primarily focused on rice cultivation, the God of Agriculture is honored and respected. Every year on his birthday, the 26th day of the fourth lunar month, grand and lively celebrations take place. The temple was founded during the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty and has a history of several hundred years. Originally built by local residents to pray for a bountiful harvest, the Wuguxiang Temple has since become a significant place of worship. Most 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 and exit at Dalin Interchange, head towards Minxiong on County Road 1, turn left towards National Chung Cheng University at County Road 106, and turn left at the Fengshou Village archway; it will take about three minutes to arrive. 2. National Highway No. 1: Head north and exit at Chiayi Interchange, head towards Minxiong on County Road 1, turn right towards National Chung Cheng University at County Road 106, and turn left at the Fengshou Village archway to arrive.

Other Nearby Attractions： Wuguling Temple 、 Minxiong Branch of Central Radio Station Japanese-Style Dormitory Area 、 Qingcheng Temple 、 Dashiye Temple 、 National Chung Cheng University 、 Wanglai Mountain Pineapple Cultural Park 、 Hsiao Wu-long Jiaozi Pottery 、 Hsiao Wu-long Tziou Ceramic 、 Songshan Earthen Kiln Lamb 、 Taiwan Tobacco and Liquor Corporation Chiayi Distillery

Nearby Cuisine： Minxiong Meat Bun 、 Traditional Flat Noodles 、 Bian Shi Qi Nan Yi Mian 、 A-Ji Noodle Stand 、 Minxiong Zhaoji Taro Ball 、 Toraja Coffee (Chung Cheng University Ningjing Lake) 、 Songshan Earth Oven Lamb 、 Taiwan Coffee Daling Store 、 Gau Bin Restaurant (Hong Kong-style Radish Cake) 、 Dalyn Pork Ribs King