Nuannuan Ande Temple. -Attraction Introduction- Located in Nuannuan District, Keelung City, Ande Temple is a century-old temple dedicated to Mazu, the Goddess of Heaven, and is a popular place of worship in the area. -Attraction Introduction- Located in Nuannuan District, Keelung City, Ande Temple is a century-old temple dedicated to Mazu, the Goddess of Heaven, and is a popular place of worship in the area. The most distinctive feature of the temple is its century-old wooden door god statues, weighing 60 kilograms, which are the only ones of their kind remaining in Taiwan. They are well-preserved and hold significant cultural and historical value. The "Ancient and Modern Celebrity Stele Forest" across the street testifies to the flourishing literary culture and the emergence of many talents in the Nuannuan area, also demonstrating the local residents' emphasis on the inheritance of culture and faith. -Attraction Features- Although Ande Temple has undergone multiple renovations, it still preserves many precious artifacts, such as the stone temple courtyard and a pair of stone lions in front of the temple, which are relics from the Jiaqing era of the Qing Dynasty, quietly narrating the hundred years of Nuannuan. The couplets on both sides of the temple gate, "Brush Mountain arches north, stream water flows east," describe the unique scene where the Nuannuan Stream abruptly turns eastward when it merges with the Keelung River. Whether it's the ancient artifacts, the Ancient and Modern Celebrity Stele Forest, or the couplets, all reflect the profound geographical wisdom and folk culture of Ande Temple. As a local religious center, Ande Temple not only carries religious functions but also serves as a spiritual space where residents' lives, prayers, and historical memories intertwine, showcasing a unique atmosphere where culture and faith coexist. -Recommended Activities- When visiting Nuannuan Ande Temple, in addition to paying respects and thanking Mazu for her blessings, you can also appreciate and observe the well-preserved artifacts from the Qing Jiaqing era "from the outside in."
Address: 基隆市暖暖區暖暖街63號
Hours: 00:00–23:59
Keelung