[2025 Penghu Attraction] Travel Guide for Penghu Tianhou Temple (Updated Mar)

#2月好地方2025 This visit to the Tianhou Temple and Old Street in Penghu gave me a deeper understanding of the local history and culture. First we came to Penghu Tianhou Temple, which is not only one of the oldest Mazu temples in Taiwan, but also carries the faith and protection of local residents. The architecture of the temple is very elegant. The carvings and paintings on the eaves demonstrate exquisite traditional craftsmanship, especially the wood carvings on the dragon pillars and the main hall, which make people admire the craftsmanship of ancient craftsmen. When I was worshipping in the temple, I could feel the piety of the believers and the peaceful atmosphere, which also gave me a deeper understanding of the influence of Mazu belief. After leaving Tianhou Temple, I walked into Penghu Old Street, where many quaint red brick buildings and traditional street houses are preserved, full of a strong historical atmosphere. The small shops along the street sell a variety of local specialties, such as cactus ice, peanut crisps, and seafood-based delicacies, which will make people linger. I particularly like the stone carvings and old-style buildings that can be seen everywhere in the alleys, which bear witness to Penghu’s prosperous commercial activities and unique lifestyle in the past. This visit not only allowed me to appreciate Penghu’s historical buildings, but also allowed me to better understand the local culture and customs. Whether it was beliefs, food or architectural style, they all showed Penghu’s unique charm. This trip has been very rewarding for me, and I look forward to exploring more of Penghu next time.

Located in Penghu, Tianhou Temple is dedicated to Mazu and was built in 1604, making it the oldest Mazu temple in Taiwan. With a history of over 400 years, Penghu Tianhou Temple has always been the core of local belief. The temple houses the 'Shen You-Rong's Edict to Repel the Red-Haired Barbarians' stele, which is not only known as 'the oldest stele in Taiwan' but also proves that this temple is the oldest Mazu temple in Taiwan. During the Qing Dynasty, Emperor Kangxi bestowed the title 'Tianhou' upon Mazu and awarded a 'golden face'. The old name of Magong City, 'Magon', also highlights the historical significance of Penghu Tianhou Temple. This temple is regarded as an artistic treasure, with its architectural style, gilded paintings, stone carvings, wood carvings, engravings, and paintings all crafted by master artisans, showcasing the outstanding achievements of folk art.

#SeptemberGoodDestinations2024 #TaiwanAttractions #HotAttractions #TaiwanTravel Geographical location 🌊: Penghu is located in the Taiwan Strait, about 50 kilometers away from the main island of Taiwan. It consists of several islands and is the largest outlying island county in Taiwan, with a beautiful coastline and spectacular natural scenery. Island composition 🏝️: Penghu Islands mainly include Penghu Island, Qimei Island, Baisha Island, Jibei Island, etc., with a total of more than 90 islands, of which Penghu Island is the largest island. History and Culture 📜: Penghu has been an important maritime transportation hub since ancient times. It has been influenced by many countries such as the Netherlands, Spain and the Qing Dynasty, and has a rich cultural heritage. Tourist Attractions 🏯: Penghu has many famous tourist attractions, such as Penghu Tianhou Temple, Magong Old Street, Guanyin Pavilion, Penghu National Scenic Area, etc., which attract a large number of tourists to visit. Marine Activities 🐠🌊: The waters of Penghu are suitable for various water activities, including diving, snorkeling, fishing and sailing. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful marine ecology and the fun of water sports. Food Culture 🍽️: Penghu is famous for its fresh seafood. Local specialties such as squid balls, fried squid and seafood porridge have attracted many diners to come and taste them. Convenient transportation 🚤✈️: You can take a plane or ferry to Penghu from major cities on the main island of Taiwan (such as Taipei and Kaohsiung). The transportation is relatively convenient, allowing tourists to easily reach this beautiful island.

Tianhou Palace, in the center of Magong City, is the oldest Mazu Temple in Taiwan. From the architectural point of view, it is very old. The incense here is not necessarily very prosperous. At noon, there are many people coming here to worship. According to legend, in 1280 (to the seventeenth year of the Yuan Dynasty) Yuan Shizu sent troops to conquer Japan, encountering typhoons, drifting of officers and soldiers, and dreaming of Mazu rescuers, and landed on Lupinghu Island (ie, Wuhu Island). Surviving the rest of the life, is the god of Mazu, so in 1281 (to the 18th year of the AD), the ancestors of the ancestors of the ancestors were "Scorpio", Li Tianyi Palace, set up the inspection department of the Huhu Village. "Wuhu Tianhou Palace Monument" was established in the Qing Emperor Qianlong four years (1739), the Fujian Wuhu Navy Association, the middle of the army, Liu Yuan, remember to rebuild the temple and donate money.

The best way to tour the island is to ride a bicycle or rent a motorcycle, but you can't rent a motorcycle without a Taiwanese locomotive. So, with the reason of losing weight and exercising, I rented a bicycle at the hotel and began to wander aimlessly. morning, I went to Taipei's Tianhou Temple and passed to the Tianhou Temple in Penghu in the afternoon. Wuhu Tianhou Temple is the first Mazu Temple to persuade Taiwan, and Mazu bless this. Penghu fishermen are fishing safely. The most famous of these is the paintings painted with gold foil, which is very precious.