Taipei Tianhou Temple

This temple is amazing. I am so lucky I was there in nighttime . I. Like the smell of. That. What they are burning 🔥 it is something like a long stick. This temple. Has two. Levels. So remember to go upstairs as well to have a better view. The temple inside is majestic and people look very religious. This temple you can visit if you get off at Ximen train station. Around the temple is very busy and it feels like the city that never sleep. I suggest you visit ximen during night time.

Taipei Tianhou Temple is dedicated to Mazu, the revered sea goddess and protector of seafarers. It is considered one of the "Three Great Temples of Bangka," alongside Longshan Temple and Qingshui Temple. Originally established in 1746 by immigrants from Quanzhou, Fujian Province, it was first known as Xinxing Temple. The temple was destroyed by fire in 1813 and rebuilt over the following 12 years. During the Japanese colonial period, a Zen Buddhist temple named Hongfa Temple was built on the site in 1899, introducing Japanese architectural influences. After World War II, the temple was rededicated to Mazu. A fire in 1953 led to another major reconstruction, completed in 1959, following traditional Chinese temple design. In 1967, it was officially renamed Taipei Tianhou Temple. Its architecture features ornate carvings, red lanterns, colorful roof dragons, and richly decorated beams. Inside, visitors can find shrines to Mazu and her guardian generals Qianliyan and Shunfeng’er, Guanyin (Goddess of Mercy), Kōbō-Daishi (a reference to its Japanese past), the Earth God, and Tiger Generals.

Good temple and easy to walk to from any of the nearby transit stations. Definitely worth visiting at least once and praying at all of the incense censers.

Such a beautiful small temple right in the city centre. Morning vibes are so nice. Locals come here to pray and place their offerings. The beautiful details of this temple is worth mentioning. If you’re a tourist in and around this area, check out this temple. Tourists should also keep in mind that this is not a tourist place and has religious significance. We should be respectful and not hinder other visitors who come here to pray.

A charming temple nestled in the heart of Ximending. Though small, it is beautifully organized and offers a peaceful atmosphere. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.

Interesting spot in the middle of all the businesses in Ximen. I visited on a weekday near 5pm. A decent sized group of people were there watching a performance. I asked if photos were ok, and the security gave me a thumbs up. But of course I made sure not to take photos of people praying. Lots of interesting things to look at. People were praying at different spots around the temple. I think I'll visit again, if (when) I return to the Ximen area. There was no charge to enter when I visited.

Temple is surprisingly close to the hectic touristy Ximen area. Absolutely beautiful architecture here. Incense burning is a big ritual here. Free to enter. 5/5. Highly recommend.

Historic temple dedicated to the sea goddess, Mazu, with an ornate interior & a colorful exterior. The temple was built in 1746 with funds donated by immigrant merchants from Zhangzhou and Quanzhou in Fujian, China. It is one of the three major temples in Taiwan from Qing period along with Bangka Longshan Temple and Bangka Zushih Temple.