It is the largest and most influential temple dedicated to the deity Nezha in Taiwan.
The temple serves as the 'root' or ancestral temple for over 20,000 branch temples nationwide.
The bronze statue of Nezha on the temple grounds is one of the largest of its kind in the world.
It hosts an annual large-scale pilgrimage festival that attracts tens of thousands of devotees during the deity's birthday.
The Old Temple section is officially designated as a local historical site to preserve its Qing-era architectural elements.
Xinying Taizi Temple serves as the primary ancestral temple for Nezha worship in Taiwan, attracting followers from thousands of affiliated temples across the island. The current structure consists of two main sections: the historical 'Old Temple' dating back to the Qing Dynasty and the expansive 'New Temple' completed in the 1990s. The site is characterized by its prominent bronze statue of Nezha, which reaches a height of 31 feet. It functions as a significant religious administrative hub, overseeing a vast network of Nezha-focused folk religion practices. The temple architecture incorporates traditional Southern Fujian styles with intricate stone carvings and wood motifs. It remains an active center for traditional rituals, including spirit medium performances and large-scale pilgrimage events. Visitors can observe the transition between the humble origins of the site and its current large-scale status as a center of religious pilgrimage.
The plaza area looking up at the large bronze Nezha statue with the temple gate in the background.
Walk through the Old Temple first to contrast its smaller, weathered aesthetic with the grandeur of the New Temple.
Respect the ongoing religious ceremonies by avoiding photography of worshippers during active prayers or medium rituals.
Look for the distinct stone carvings on the walls, which depict various legends associated with Nezha.
Do not take photos directly in front of the main altars while worshippers are kneeling or praying.
Dress modestly as it is an active place of worship; remove hats when entering prayer halls and refrain from talking loudly.
