Fengshan Longshan Temple

Fengshan Longshan Temple, with over 300 years of history, ranks second among Taiwan's five Longshan Temples in terms of age. It is designated a national historic monument and primarily enshrines Guanyin Bodhisattva. The temple's earliest plaque, inscribed 'Nanyun Dongzhao' and dated the 25th year of Emperor Qianlong's reign (1760), suggests that the temple's construction likely began in the early Qianlong period. Despite several renovations, it has preserved its rich and complete traditional temple architecture and craftsmanship, serving as an artistic sanctuary for traditional artisans. The temple retains many colorful decorations and intricately carved beams and painted pillars. Among them, the most notable are the painted dragon and tiger murals on the courtyard walls, created by Tainan master craftsman Ye Zong after World War II. In earlier times, Fengshan locals often came to Longshan Temple to ask Guanyin Ma to adopt their children or grandchildren as 'godchildren' (adopted sons), hoping for Guanyin Ma's compassionate blessings, praying for incense sachets, and seeking peace cakes (Ping'an Gao). Today, Fengshan Longshan Temple packages its specially made peace cakes (Ping'an Gao), auspicious rice dumplings (Yuanman Zong), and happiness pastries (Xingfu Bing) into gift boxes, making it convenient for devotees to enjoy peace and blessings after offering incense. These items are widely popular among visitors.