Shuangli Ancient Guandi Temple Introduction
Gu Ning Tou, also known as Gu Long Tou or Jia Li Tou, includes Nan Shan, Bei Shan, and Lin Cuo. In the past, there was a bay of seawater winding between Nan Shan and Bei Shan, resembling a pair of koi fish biting each other's tails, thus named Shuang Li Lake. Between the lake and the sea, there is a small sandbar emerging from the water, resembling a blooming lotus, and geomancers say it looks like twin koi welcoming a pearl. Therefore, a temple called "Shuang Li Ancient Land" was built here, dedicating to the God of War (Guan Di) as the patron deity, accompanied by his attendants Guan Ping and Zhou Cang, revered by the communities of Nan Shan, Bei Shan, and Lin Cuo. The temple was originally built in the 13th year of the Qianlong reign during the Qing Dynasty and underwent renovations in the 16th year of the Republic of China. During the 823 Artillery Battle, it withstood numerous bombings while the temple stood majestically without damage, thus exemplifying its spiritual significance. Renovations were also carried out in the 63rd and 73rd years of the Republic of China, and the most recent completion of renovation was in the 97th year, further enhancing the temple's splendor. The couplets include: Main gate couplet: "Twin koi welcoming pearls, brilliance shining Jia Li; Gu Long coiled, guarding blessings and ensuring peace in the village." Column couplet one: "The light of Shuang Li Lake in front of the temple reflects loyal hearts and righteous minds; the three villages within honor the emperor's virtue and divine grace." Column couplet two: "The twin peaks originate from the majestic mountain spirit, ringing in this ancient land; the koi city divides the garrison, towering with the emperor's virtue protecting the peaceful village." Column couplet three: "Completing the great loyalty, the esteemed name upheld in the Three Kingdoms; supporting the rightful authority and proclaiming faithfulness, its reputation resounds through the Nine Provinces."
