Shilin Shennong Temple Explained

Shilin Shennong Temple
Native Name:士林神農宮
Native Name Lang:zh
Map Type:Taiwan
Map Size:250px
Map Relief:yes
Coordinates:25.0978°N 121.5264°W
Religious Affiliation:Taoism
Location:Shilin, Taipei, Taiwan
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Organizational Status:-->
Architecture Type:Chinese temple
Year Completed:1709 (original building)
1971 (current building)
Date Destroyed:-->
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The Shilin Shennong Temple is a Chinese temple dedicated to Shennong Dadi and it is located in Shilin District, Taipei, Taiwan.

History

The temple was originally constructed as Fude Shrine for Tudigong in 1709 in Shulin Village. In 1741, the temple was destroyed by flood.[1] As a result, it was relocated to its current location at Jiujia Village and rebuilt with the name Zhilan Temple by immigrants from Zhangzhou in Fujian. In 1812, the temple was renamed Shennong Temple. The temple was once an important base during a conflict between settlers from Zhangzhou and Quanzhou. In 1972, the temple was renovated when reinforced concrete was introduced to construct the Three Rivers Hall and Bell and Drum Tower. In 1993, the main wall was renovated into a two-story building.[2]

Transportation

The temple is accessible within walking distance north of Shilin Station of Taipei Metro.

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Shilin Shen Nong Temple. Undiscovered Taipei. 13 February 2022.
  2. Web site: Shilin District Landmarks. 25 July 2017. Department of Cultural Affairs, Taipei City Government. 17 September 2017.