Ciyou Temple
Coordinates: 25°03′04″N 121°34′40″E / 25.051085°N 121.577678°E
| Ciyou Temple | |
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| 松山慈祐宮 | |
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| Basic information | |
| Location | Songshan, Taipei, Taiwan |
| Architectural description | |
| Architectural type | Temple |
| Completed | 1753 |
Altars in the tower of Ciyou Temple.
Ciyou Temple (Chinese: 松山慈祐宮; pinyin: Sōngshān Cíyòu Gōng) is a folk temple in Songshan District, Taipei, Taiwan. The temple is dedicated to the goddess Mazu.
History
The temple was constructed in 1753.[1] According to legends the temple was founded by a wandering monk who came upon a group on Matsu followers. Together they raised money for ten years and then built their temple.
Transportation
The temple is accessible within walking distance North of Songshan Station of the Taiwan Railways Administration.
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