[2025 Taipei Attraction] Travel Guide for Songshan Fengtian Temple (Updated Apr)

Songshan Fengtian Temple is another temple that Taiwanese people like to visit to pray for blessings in terms of finances, careers, luck, and studies. In addition, the temple has beautiful architecture and a neat layout. How to get there: Take the MRT red line to Xiangshan Station and take bus number 46 for about 15 minutes. Opening and closing hours: Open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Review: - The temple is large and has two floors of worship space. The temple has a map showing which places to worship first and which to worship last. - Since the temple is far from the MRT station, there are quite a few tourists and there are not many shops around. - Those who visit can make merit to bring back amulets. - You can pray for everything, from work, finances, studies, love, health, and luck. #Must-Visit

#historicplaces Fengtian Temple is a hidden gem at the foot of Tiger Mountain in Taipei’s Xinyi District. This beauty is tucked in the greenery and doesn’t fail to impress with its stunning architecture and vivid colourful carvings. The Heavenly Emperor is the main deity of the temple which is also knows as “The Temple of Heaven”. It is believed that an ancestor who resided in a cave of the mountain, worshipped the Heavenly Emperor and other deities before the cave mangled during Japanese colonisation. As such, the temple was reconstructed in 1922. When I arrived, I was surprised to witness such a peaceful atmosphere. A few people were holding their burning incense and praying near the altar. The temple has a second floor from which you can have a view of the district, spot the famous Taipei 101 Tower and have a closer look at the intricate carvings. It felt so serene that I unexpectedly spent an hour staring at the view with a gentle breeze blowing my hair away. I wandered at the back of the temple and found what seems to be a hiking trail on the hill. If you plan to visit Taiwan, please add this hidden gem to your bucket list 🙏 The access to the temple was free. Address ➡️ Fude Street, Xinyi District, Taipei How to go➡️ I took a bus near my hotel after checking the route on Google Map. #historicculture#historicallandmarks #historicplaces #historicarchitecture #historicplaces #taipeitravel #taipei #taiwantravel #taiwantourism #taiwan

The weather was cloudy, so it was hard to go to the nearby Four Beasts Mountain. I've only heard the name, but never climbed it Tiger Mountain, Lion Mountain, Leopard Mountain and Elephant Mountain There are signs along the way from Fengtian Temple. You don't have to worry about getting lost. I used to worry about getting lost if I climbed alone. When you get to the Internet beauty attraction, you can see 101 in full view. I heard it is a must-see attraction There are also many small pavilions along the way where you can rest and enjoy the life without calendar in the mountains. Don't care about time and play wherever you go. When you reach the small platform, there is a marker with the most accurate time, which perfectly reflects the measurement of sunrise and sunset in the elementary school. Later, after Yaochi Palace, we went up to the direction of Peak 95 and connected to the Rice-Chopping Ancient Road. Every road is worth visiting. From time to time, we saw people climbing the mountain alone. 🧗‍♀️ You can still reach a long way by following the signs. It is recommended to climb early. It is really suitable for hiking now because it is a little cool. ❤️❤️

Located in Taipei, Feng Tian Temple exudes an ancient and solemn aura with its red bricks and green tiles. As you step through the temple gate, you are greeted by a towering archway adorned with intricate dragon and phoenix carvings that shimmer in the sunlight, telling tales of a long history and the power of faith. Inside the temple, the incense burns vigorously, and devotees come and go in an endless stream. The central hall houses a statue of Mazu with a kind and benevolent expression, seemingly watching over every devout visitor. I gently light an incense stick, clasp my hands together, and silently make a wish. The sound of wooden fish and chanting fills the air, these subtle sounds soothing the hustle and bustle within. The corridors outside the temple have a unique charm, with wooden pavilions and carved railings that make you feel as if you are stepping into a historical painting. Looking up, the intricate cut-and-paste art on the eaves comes to life under the setting sun, with detailed dragon and phoenix patterns appearing almost animated. Feng Tian Temple is not just a temple; it is a place where one can slow down and reflect on their inner self. Every inch of this space allows one to feel the profound power of tradition and faith.

Commonly known as “The Temple of Heaven”, the Temple enshrines the Heavenly Emperor as its main deity. It is situated at Fude Street, by the foot of Tiger Mountain of the “Four Beasts Mountains”. It originates from first the year of Tongzhi reign (1862). At that time, an ancestor from Tangshan came to Taiwan alone, and resided in the cave of Tiger Mountain. He hung a red silk writing that read, “The Heavenly Emperor and various deities” by the walls of the cave entrance, and set up an incense burner on the rock to worship it. However, the cave was damaged during the Japanese colonial period. In 1954, people rebuilt a temple with bamboo at the same location to pay tribute to the Heavenly Emperor. In 1959, it was officially named “Songshan Feng Tian Temple”. From 1967 to 1977, it continued to expand, where the main hall was renovated, and a pilgrim building and library were built. With a floor area of more than 3,300m2, the place is able to accommodate more than a thousand pilgrims. From here, one can overlook The Presidential Office Building, Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall, CKS Memorial Hall, The Grand Hotel, International Trade Building, Grand Hyatt Taipei and City Hall, and is an excellent place of worship and enjoying the scenery. #historicallandmarks

#Taipei Attractions I took my family to visit Fengtian Palace, and when we entered the square in front of the palace, it was more lively than I had imagined. There were huge crowds of people, with believers from all over the country gathering to worship. Even so, everyone remained courteous and the atmosphere was kind and peaceful. We walked carefully through the crowd and admired the dazzling array of Buddha statues in the temples and carved beams. The various materials are very vivid, especially the tall jade Buddha, which adds a sense of tranquility. After visiting the main hall, we came to the back hall and unexpectedly discovered that the back hall enshrined Feixian Emperor and Guanyin Bodhisattva, and many believers worshipped devoutly here. Before leaving Fengtian Palace, we also caught up with the prayer ceremony. The audience watched and participated spontaneously. The scene was solemn and awe-inspiring. This visit has enabled us to increase our knowledge of self-cultivation and spiritual practice, and also allow us to feel the faith and spirit that everyone believes in.

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