Ciyou Temple

Ciyou Temple (Chinese: 松山慈祐宮; pinyin: Sōngshān Cíyòu Gōng) is a prominent Chinese temple in Songshan District, Taipei, Taiwan. The temple is dedicated to the Goddess Matsu. Raohe Street Night Market was located next to this temple as the temple has been a prominent landmark in the area.

Ciyou Temple
松山慈祐宮
Religion
AffiliationTaoism
Location
LocationSongshan, Taipei, Taiwan
Geographic coordinates25.051085°N 121.577678°E / 25.051085; 121.577678
Architecture
TypeTemple
Completed1753
Altars in the tower of Ciyou Temple.

History

The temple was constructed in 1753.[1] According to legends the temple was founded by a wandering monk who came upon a group of Matsu devotees. Together they raised money for ten years and then built the temple.

Transportation

The temple is accessible within walking distance North of Songshan Station of Taiwan Railways.

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