Chaotian Temple

The chaotian Temple (also Chaotien temple; Chinese:朝天宫) in Beigang ( Chinese:北港), Yunlin County, Taiwan, the goddess Mazu is dedicated. Built in 1694, it has become one of the most important Mazu temple in Taiwan and is known for its extravagant temple architecture. He is visited by over a million pilgrims annually.

History

1694 brought a monk the goddess Mazu from mainland China to Taiwan and founded today's chaotian temple in Beigang. Since Beigang was a port city, the temple grew in the same period in which grew the city and its economy. The temple was built over decades and expanded. In 1730 he was renamed chaotian temple ( heaven Empress ). Since then, the temple was further enlarged and extended in 1854 to a temple complex of the palace architectural type.

Concert Beigang

The band plays Beigang to various religious celebrations of chaotian temple of the Goddess Mazu about birthday, and marched through the city. The religious and spiritual occasions are celebrated very popular not only in the chaotian temple, but in all of Taiwan.

Cultural commitment

For chaotian temple also includes a cultural center, which hosts music concerts and other activities. The chaotian temple is also a sponsor of the International Music Festival Beigang.