Also known as the Xingtian Temple, this popular temple is a very common location on the list of places to see in Taipei. Dedicated to the Guan Yu, this temple is primarily devoted to commerce. The deity himself was a patron god for businessmen.

Built in 1967, this relatively young temple is famous for its modern architecture reminiscent of old world styles. Dragons are a thematic centre of the design of the temple and the total area covers over seven thousand square meters.

• Wear clothing that covers your shoulders and pants, shorts and skirts should reach below the knee.
• Some temples ask you to remove shoes.
• Remove hats and caps, turn off electronic devices, speak in low voices, never point at or touch statues and stand up to show respect to monks and nuns.
• Also never eat at sacred places.

• Entry is free.

• Travel to Tamsui till Xingtian Station
• By Bus: Buses 72, 74 and many more stop at Temple Row bus station
• By Subway: Xingtian Temple Station is the nearest subway station.
• By renting or hiring a car/taxi

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