Madou Datian Temple (麻豆 代天府)
Madou Datian Temple is a temple dedicated to the Five Kings (Wufu qiansui). It was constructed over a span of 10 years, starting in 1956, through the collaboration of renowned artisans from all over the country. The temple is known for its grand scale and features the country's first three-dimensional door god sculpture, entirely carved from camphor wood. Visitors to Madou District will be greeted by the sight of a massive dragon running across the temple buildings. The temple also offers installations for tourists to explore, such as the Heaven and Hell Crystal Palace. The sculptures of people, gods, and ghosts within the temple exhibit a classic style. The hell area resembles an early Taiwanese version of a haunted house, complete with nostalgic sound effects reminiscent of a 1980s Taiwanese theme park. One of the temple's latest attractions is a 35-meter slide with acrylic boards, which appeals to tourists of all ages.
According to legend, local residents initially worshipped at this location. However, due to changes in the local geography, the temple was forced to relocate. When the five kings of Southern Kunming and Huiluan were stationed in Madou, they oversaw the reconstruction of the temple at its current site.
Madouxiang is a significant religious event in the Madou region, taking place once every three years during the years of the Ox, Dragon, Sheep, and Dog, typically falling between March and April based on the old calendar.
The main temple follows the architectural style of Quanzhou. Its magnificent decoration and rich details reflect the profound religious experience and devotion of the believers. The temple's entrance features a three-dimensional door god sculpture, a rare sight in other temples, intricately carved from a large block of camphor wood.
Houyuan, the temple's courtyard, houses a colorful giant dragon, with a tail measuring 54 meters in length, standing 38 meters high, and an internal diameter of 5 meters. The temple also includes three gardens: the Heaven Garden, Hell Garden, and Crystal Palace Garden, which provide an educational experience for visitors.
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