Waiwu Temple Introduction
The Wumiao Temple is dedicated to Guan Sheng Emperor, and the Wai Wumiao serves as an auxiliary temple, dedicated to Guan Yu's steed Red Hare and his generals and grooms, commonly referred to as "Masha Temple." The Wumiao in Houpu was built during the late Ming Dynasty, in the Yongli period, and later the Wai Wumiao was constructed outside the West Gate, dedicated to Lord Hanwang, who is the territorial deity outside the West Gate. To distinguish it from the urban Wumiao, it is referred to as Wai Wumiao. To the right of the temple is a key intersection, and a newly built stage sits in front of the temple. Whenever ceremonies and opera performances are held in the temple, the square is filled with spectators, and the bustling traffic creates a climax of activity during the celebrations.
