萬慶巖清水祖師廟

“A temple built on water? How could that be?” one visitor whispered to another. Here, standing before the Wanshouyan Qingshui Zushi Temple, you’re witnessing a place deeply entwined with the history of the Jingmei River. Imagine, back in 1740, settlers from Anxi in Fujian province first established the temple. They carried with them three revered statues of Qingshui Zushi, a deity known for his protection and ability to bring rain. Their original temple, Qing Shui Dian, stood near where the Jingmei and Xindian Rivers meet. As the community grew, so did the desire for a more permanent place of worship. The temple you see now, the Wanshouyan Qingshui Zushi Temple, dates back to 1831. Sadly, over the years, parts of the original structure succumbed to floods and the changing course of the river. But each time, the community came together, rebuilding and reaffirming their faith. Step inside, and you’ll discover a testament to their resilience. See the stone incense burner? It dates back to the Daoguang era, surviving floods and reconstructions. Look closely at the intricate carvings. Each tells a story, whispering tales of faith and resilience passed down through generations.