Xiahai Chenghuang Temple (台北霞海城隍廟) - Spectral Codex
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台北霞海城隍廟

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The temple forecourt is typically filled with people.
The temple forecourt is typically filled with people.

Built in 1856 by Tóng’an (同安) immigrants who resettled in Dadaocheng after a violent trade guild conflict drove them from Bangka in 1853, with a city god idol carried across the strait in 1821. It is considered one of the three great temples of Dadaocheng and its annual procession (台北迎城隍) is among the largest in Taipei. It is also popular for its matchmaking services courtesy of Yuelao (月老), the old man on the moon. A side altar enshrines Liào Tiāndīng (廖添丁), the legendary outlaw folk hero.

The city god himself, resplendent in his divine regalia.
The city god himself, resplendent in his divine regalia.
Liao Tianding is visible second from the left on an auxiliary altar.
Liao Tianding is visible second from the left on an auxiliary altar.

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  • Municipal Monument (直轄市定古蹟)

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