Baishatun Gongtian Temple. During the Qianlong era of the Qing Dynasty, pioneers brought a flexible statue of Mazu to be enshrined in a private residence. Later, in the second year of the Tongzhi reign, a temple was built to house the deity, known as "Gongtian Temple." Locals refer to it as "Baishatun Mazu.". During the Qianlong era of the Qing Dynasty, pioneers brought a flexible statue of Mazu to be enshrined in a private residence. Later, in the second year of the Tongzhi reign, a temple was built to house the deity, known as "Gongtian Temple." Locals refer to it as "Baishatun Mazu." Gongtian Temple boasts a majestic exterior, with intricate and colorful Koji pottery decorations on its roof and gilded eaves, exuding a magnificent aura. Year after year, the pilgrimage of Baishatun Mazu on foot has continued for over a century. Compared to other existing Mazu pilgrimages in Taiwan, this activity has a longer history. Beyond its religious significance, in today's bustling Taiwanese society, another captivating aspect of the Baishatun Mazu pilgrimage is the genuine human connection between the procession and the people. For a long time, due to its remote location, the residents of Baishatun have lived simple and frugal lives, necessitating the arduous method of walking for the annual pilgrimage to Beigang. Over time, the virtuous pioneers of Baishatun cultivated a spirit of enduring hardship and mutual support on the pilgrimage route, forming a unique cultural landscape. Today, as we walk alongside the Baishatun Mazu pilgrimage procession, we can naturally feel a rich sense of human warmth, a treasure passed down through generations of Baishatun pioneers under the guidance of Mazu. The entire journey is on foot, with the sedan chair determining its own path.
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