Zhonggang Cihyu Temple | |
Native Name: | 中港慈裕宮 |
Native Name Lang: | zh |
Map Type: | Miaoli County |
Map Size: | 220px |
Coordinates: | 24.6825°N 120.8638°W |
Religious Affiliation: | Taoism |
Location: | Zhunan, Miaoli County, Taiwan |
Festivals: | --> |
Organizational Status: | --> |
Architecture Type: | temple |
Year Completed: | 1685 |
Date Destroyed: | --> |
Elevation Ft: | --> |
The Zhonggang Cihyu Temple 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.
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]
The temple is accessible within walking distance west of Zhunan Station of Taiwan Railways.