Chaotian Temple
The Chaotian or Chaotien Temple, officially the Chao-Tian Temple, is a temple to the Chinese Goddess Mazu in Beigang Township, Yunlin County, Taiwan. Constructed in 1700, it became one of the most important Mazu temples in Taiwan and is known for its extravagant temple architecture. It is visited by more than a million pilgrims every year.
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Chaotian Temple during the week-long birthday celebrations for Mazu in 2009. | |||||||||||
| Traditional Chinese | 朝天宮 | ||||||||||
| Literal meaning | Facing-Heaven Palace | ||||||||||
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