【Zuoying】City God Temple
Since its establishment in 1704, the City God Temple has safeguarded southern Taiwan. As the second-oldest officially recognized City God Temple in Taiwan, it serves as the spiritual center of Zuoying. Renowned for its "accurate answers from City God," the temple attracts countless worshippers and visitors. A dedicated consultation area is available for inquiries, often requiring visitors to take a number and wait due to the high demand.
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The temple houses the largest wooden City God deity statue in Taiwan, crafted by a master artisan from China. Unlike other rigid City God statues, this unique wooden sculpture features movable joints, allowing it to rotate 360 degrees and gaze at worshippers, radiating divine power. Another highlight is the giant abacus hanging from the beams of the temple, inscribed with the words "Self-Reflection," reminding worshippers to reflect upon themselves before making their prayers.
The temple also preserves a couplet from 1741 by scholar Zhuo Zhaochang: "Good deeds prosper; if not, ancestral misfortune remains. When misfortune ends, prosperity follows. Evil deeds destroy; if not, ancestral virtue lingers. When virtue ends, destruction comes." This couplet emphasizes traditional beliefs in karma, encouraging people to cultivate virtue and avoid wrongdoing. If you plan to explore Kaohsiung’s religious culture, the City God Temple is a must-visit destination.
Transportation
- Public Transportation:
- From JOHO HOTEL, walk to Formosa Boulevard Station, take the MRT Red Line to Zuoying Station, transfer to bus Red 35, and get off at Dianziding Station. Walk about 5 minutes to reach the temple.
- From Kaohsiung Station, take the TRA(Taiwan Railway) to Zuoying Station, then transfer to bus Red 35 to easily reach the temple.
- Driving or Taxi: From downtown Kaohsiung, take Bo'ai 1st Road to Dianziding Road. The trip takes about 15 minutes by car. Parking is available near the temple for those driving.
Operating Information
- Address: No. 1, Dianziding Rd., Zuoying Dist., Kaohsiung City
- Opening Hours: Daily 05:00–21:30
- Contact: +886-7-5832356
