Make a wish at Yongsansa Temple, where 100 gods reside.

Longshan Temple is located right outside Exit 1 of Longshan Temple Station (龍山寺站) on the Taipei MRT Bannan Line, making it incredibly easy to find. Its excellent MRT access makes it one of the most convenient tourist destinations in Taipei! It's also close to Ximending, and many people combine a visit with a shopping trip. Longshan Temple was founded in 1738 by immigrants from Fujian Province during the Qing Dynasty, making it one of the oldest temples in Taipei. When these Fujian immigrants settled in Taipei, they modeled their temple after their hometown temple, Futian Longshan Temple, and dedicated the temple to Guanyin Bodhisattva as its primary deity. What makes it truly unique is its dedication to over 100 deities from various religions, including Buddhism, Taoism, and indigenous beliefs. While the main temple was destroyed by bombs during World War II, the Guanyin Bodhisattva statue survived unscathed, making it even more famous. Built in the Chinese classical architectural style of a three-tiered courtyard palace, it's a truly architecturally beautiful place. Open daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, it also offers a traditional fortune-telling experience called Zijiao, attracting many visitors seeking divine answers. When I visited, I found the designated route—Longmen (right entrance) → Samcheonjeon → Jeongjeon → Hujeon → Wolhacheong → Incense Burner → Humen (left exit)—easy to follow. The various offerings placed throughout and the ever-rising incense smoke were truly impressive. Known as a place of spiritual power, it attracts many visitors. It was a valuable glimpse into the real lives of the locals. Regardless of religious beliefs, it was a place where I could fully appreciate the historical and cultural value. #OverseasTravel