Hsing Tian Kong
| Xingtian Temple 行天宮 | |
|---|---|
 Entrance | |
| Basic information | |
| Location | Zhongshan, Taipei, Taiwan |
| Website | www.ht.org.tw |
| Architectural description | |
| Architectural type | Temple |
| Completed | 1967[1] |
Hsing Tian Kong (Chinese: 行天宮; pinyin: Xíngtiān Gōng; Pe̍h-ōe-jī: Hêng-thian-kiong; also Xingtian Temple or Xingtian Gong) is a popular temple in Zhongshan District, Taipei, Taiwan. This temple is devoted to Guan Yu, the patron god of businessmen, and is relatively recent in origin. This temple is situated on a street corner near the center of the city. Sculptures of dragons feature prominently in this temple's design. It covers over 7,000 square meters.[2]
History
It was constructed in 1967.[3]
Transportation
The temple and its surrounding is served by the MRT Xingtian Temple Station.
See also
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References
Coordinates: 25°03′47″N 121°32′02″E / 25.063073°N 121.533846°E
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