A famous Taiwanese folk religious temple along the railway line in Kaohsiung. It is home to a famous “railway” Mazu (鐵路媽祖) that has provided protection for railway workers and local residents for many decades. After the railway line moved underground the temple was rebuilt. It also become known for having a Santaizi (三太子) idol bearing arms in 2024.
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- Temple Culture in Taiwan (台灣的寺廟文化)
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