Zhulian Temple

Zhulian Temple was originally a small ancestral shrine for loyalists of the Zheng family. One day, a villager passed by, saw a Guanyin (Goddess of Mercy) statue under a tree, and brought it in for worship. Villagers subsequently came to pray for blessings, and it was said to be very efficacious. In the 48th year of the Qianlong reign (1783), Wang Shijie, a prominent pioneer in Hsinchu, donated land to build this ancient and elegant temple. The temple's carved window frames are exquisitely crafted, every wall and tile is made in an antique style, and many famous paintings and ancient plaques are also hung within. It has become a valuable cultural asset and is also one of the most popular temples in Hsinchu City.