Wudao Chenghuang Temple Introduction
Wuzhou is an ancient place name in Kinmen. The City God of Houping (Jincheng) was established in the 21st year of Kangxi's reign (1682) when the first military governor of Kinmen, Chen Long, relocated the military office from Kinmen City to Houping and also transferred the City God here, making it over three hundred years old. The Wuzhou City God Temple has undergone multiple renovations, and in recent years, it has been rebuilt using granite and cement, making the temple even more grand and magnificent. After Zhu Yuanzhang established the Ming Dynasty, he stated, "I establish the City God so that people know fear; when people are afraid, they do not dare to act recklessly." This reflects the shared respect and devotion to the City God by both the emperor and the people. The "Wuzhou City God Procession" held on the 12th day of the fourth month of the lunar calendar is the grandest religious event in Kinmen. In modern times, this important day has been combined with a Cultural Tourism Festival, inviting various groups to showcase traditional performances, allowing travelers to experience the richness of Kinmen's religious culture firsthand.
