Title: Da Tian Hou Gong in Tainan City Centre | Expedia.co.uk [Da Tian Hou Gong Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Da-Tian-Hou-Gong-Hotels.0-l6331708-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Da Tian Hou Gong Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Da-Tian-Hou-Gong.d6331708.Car-Hire-Guide)[Tainan City Centre Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Tainan-City-Centre.d6177061.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Da Tian Hou Gong ![Da Tian Hou Gong showing a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6331708/9ec4f710-baec-42b5-9b26-e505e0e88191.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Da Tian Hou Gong showing a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6331708/9ec4f710-baec-42b5-9b26-e505e0e88191.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Da Tian Hou Gong](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6331708/12455b28-449e-43fb-9d8a-ce51e84a7484.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Da Tian Hou Gong](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6331708/c93eb553-5eaf-4b41-b5ad-4e4f0de32edb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Da Tian Hou Gong showing a temple or place of worship and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6331708/ee579638-05ba-47a9-937f-f89730211e29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Da Tian Hou Gong Activities --- --- #### Explore incensed halls and appreciate the history of this 17th-century temple, with altars dedicated to Matsu, Taiwan’s God Mother. Admire the resplendent altars and grand architecture of Da Tian Hou Temple, Taiwan’s first official Matsu shrine. This stunning Ming dynasty relic holds many stories within its walls. Take a tour to learn about Taiwan’s gods and the lives of the royal tenants who stayed here over the ages. The temple was initially built to be a palatial residence for Emperor Zhu Shugui. In order to soothe tensions after the Qing dynasty’s occupation of Taiwan in the 17th century, the palace was converted to a place of worship for Matsu, the patron saint of fishermen and the empress of heaven. Enter the Sanchuan Hall and note ornate decorations that turn walls and beams into works of art. Notice inlaid carvings of dragons and mythical beasts alongside representations of Matsu herself. In the Main Hall, photograph an ornate, gilded altar, which is framed by pretty curved roofs above. Look for a larger-than-life statue of Matsu, built by renowned sculptor Chuan Chou more than three centuries ago. Matsu is flanked by depictions of two tamed spirits: *Eyes that See a Thousand Miles* and *Ears that Hear on the Wind*. In the Worship Hall, search for one of two stone tablets laid during the reign of Emperor Kang Si in 1685\. Approach the nearby statue of the *Old Man under the Moon* and perform a tribute ritual. This figure is believed to bring luck in love to unmarried men and women. At the rear of the temple, inspect a pretty shrine dedicated to Matsu’s parents. This room was formerly the bedroom of Emperor Zhu Shugui. Look up to see a macabre crossbeam, upon which each of the king’s five concubines hung herself in concert with his suicide. Da Tian Hou Temple is located in the centre of Tainan’s historic district, tucked between Yongfu and Xinmei Roads. Get here using Tainan’s efficient bus routes or the city’s high-speed rail system. 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