Grand Mazu Temple
祀典大天后宮
A Mazu temple converted from the mansion of a Ming prince, the first government-built Mazu temple in Taiwan, right beside Chihkan Tower.
The Grand Mazu Temple lies in a lane south of Chihkan Tower and was originally the residence of Zhu Shugui, Prince Ningjing of the Ming dynasty. After the Qing dynasty recovered Taiwan in 1684, Shi Lang converted it into a Mazu temple. It became the first government-built Mazu temple in Taiwan and has been designated a historic site. Inside are plaques bestowed by Qing emperors. The story of Prince Ningjing and his five consorts is also connected to this place, and the Old Man in the Moon deity inside is popular with young people seeking love. Admission is free. It faces the Sidian Wu Temple across the street and can be visited on foot together with Chihkan Tower.
Opening hours
Approx. 06:00–21:00
Nearby sights
- Sacrificial Rites Martial Temple
- Chihkan Tower (Fort Provintia)
- Guohua Street
- Shennong Street
- Zhengxing Street
- Hayashi Department Store
- Museum of Taiwan Literature
- Tainan Art Museum