Zhonggang Cihyu Temple

The Zhonggang Cihyu Temple (Chinese: 中港慈裕宮; pinyin: Zhōnggǎng Cíyù Gōng) is a Chinese temple dedicated to the Goddess Mazu, who is the Goddess of Sea and Patron Deity of fishermen, sailors and any occupations related to sea/ocean. It is located in Zhunan Township, Miaoli County, Taiwan and is also the oldest Matsu temple in Miaoli county.

Zhonggang Cihyu Temple
中港慈裕宮
Religion
AffiliationTaoism
Location
LocationZhunan, Miaoli County, Taiwan
Zhonggang Cihyu Temple is located in Miaoli County
Zhonggang Cihyu Temple
Shown within Miaoli County
Geographic coordinates24°40′57.0″N 120°51′49.5″E / 24.682500°N 120.863750°E / 24.682500; 120.863750
Architecture
Typetemple
Completed1685

History

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The temple was first constructed in 1685 and was rebuilt in 1783. It was listed as third-class historical building by the Ministry of the Interior in 1985.[1]

Transportation

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The temple is accessible within walking distance west of Zhunan Station of Taiwan Railways.

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Zhonggang Cihyu Temple". Miaoli Travel. Retrieved 24 January 2017.