One of the best in KaohsiungLake "lotus pond」。
Here you will find a vibrant dragon and tiger with their mouths wide open, waiting for you.dragon and tiger tower"of,
Many of you have probably seen this in a Taiwanese guidebook at least once!
In Feng Shuidragon and tiger towerteeth"Power spotIt is said that,Good fortune effectIt is said to have [something], making it a very popular spot.
dragon and tiger towerIt has seven stories, representing the seven levels of Buddhist butholic structures.
dragon and tiger towerThe pier leading to the entrance winds and twists like a snake,
This shape also has a specific meaning; it's said to be a charm to ward off demons that can only move in a straight line.
Kaohsiungteeth,Taipei StationtwistTaiwan High-Speed RailTherefore, the shortest time is 90 minutes.
It's a popular tourist destination that can be enjoyed even on a day trip.
Zuoying StationIt takes about 10 minutes by car from there.
龍The mouth"Entrance", TigerThe mouth"Exit"Therefore, please be careful not to make a mistake!
In Taiwan, the most benevolent animal is "龍" and the opposite is "虎It is believed that...
By entering through the dragon's mouth and exiting through the tiger's mouth,
It is believed that one's past mischief will be cleansed, misfortunes will disappear, and good fortune will come.
To avoid going to the wrong entrance,arrowThere are even signs that read, "..."
「Chateau de Chine Kaohsiung (Chateau de Chine Kaohsiung)"of
Marketing & Public RelationsSarah Hsuと
Front desk staffEvelyn Chiung-Yi HuangLet's have them guide us there♪
龍Entering through the entrance, a gentle staircase leads up, with walls made of brightly colored ceramics pressing in on both sides.
In China, the model of filial piety is "24 filial piety"or,
The illustration depicts the judgment and punishment that sinners receive in hell after death from ten King Yamas.
A unique Chinese atmosphere awaits you.
There's a spiral staircase in the center of the tower, and you can climb the seven-story tower from there!
The ceiling is also beautifully decorated, and it's impossible not to be captivated by it,
Please be very careful where you step!
Currently, access to the top floor is prohibited, but you can go up to the 5th floor.
The spiral staircase has 100 steps up to the 5th floor, so please take your time and rest as you go!
Once you reach the top of the spiral staircase, you'll be greeted by a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view of the lake, offering a truly pleasant and relaxing experience.
lotus pondIt is the largest freshwater lake in the Zuoying district, with a circumference of approximately 5 km and a water area of approximately 75 hectares.
In the past, many lotus flowers were planted in the pond.
During the hot summer months, the lake is filled with blooming lotus flowers, hence the name "Lotus LakeIt seems they were also called "..."
At the far end of the lake, beyond the pier, stands a solitary three-story Chinese-style gazebo.Goritei"This can be seen♪
龍Descending from the tower,虎By the time I reached the tower, my legs and back were pretty exhausted (lol).
actually,虎I heard that not many people go up to that tower.
We alsoIt's pretty much the same scenery, isn't it?He made a discouraged remark and gave up on this tower.
No, no, it's definitely not the same scenery.
If you're confident in your physical strength, please do try the Tower of Tigers!
虎In his mouth:The Twelve Sages"or,
The painting depicts the thirty-six palace generals of the Jade Emperor, representing the blissful life in paradise, and it is also vividly colored.
虎It's a good omen to have your body purified by having it come out of your mouth!
dragon and tiger towerIn front of him wasTzu Chi PalaceThere is a ''.
This shrine was built in 1719 and has a history of nearly 300 years. It enshrines Hōshō Taitei, the god of medicine.
The temple was originally located in a different place,
During the Japanese colonial period, the hotel was forced to relocate due to the construction of the Zuoying naval base, and moved to its current location on Liandi Road in 1959.
This fortune-telling service is quite unusual; as it is dedicated to the god of medicine, the fortune-telling slips are actually prescriptions disguised as medicine slips.
It's famous for containing prescriptions and information about the future course of illness.
lotus pondBuilt in 1953Shunjukaku"forGuan Yu, the Martial SageWe enshrine it here♪
Shunjukakufor"Shunkaku"and"AkikakuTwo towers stand side by side, and between them is a statue of Kannon riding a dragon.
Long ago, Kannon Bodhisattva appeared from between the clouds, riding on a dragon.
Legend has it that he commanded his followers to erect a statue of himself in the current location.
This one too龍This opening is the entrance♪
ShunjukakuIn front of him wasKeimeidoThere is a ''.
This was built in 1899, and at the time it was called "Meitokudo" was but in 1903KeimeidoThey changed their name to " and
Guan Yu, the Martial SageWe enshrine it here♪
lotus pondThe Taoist god floating in the skyNorth Pole Xuantian EmperorThe shrine dedicated to "Yuan Imperial Temple North Pavilion」。
「North Pole Xuantian EmperorThe statue of " is 22m tall.
It is said to be one of the largest water deity statues in Southeast Asia.
He also holds the Seven-Star Sword in his right hand,
With his left foot, he tramples a snake and a turtle, displaying a majestic figure!
「North Pole Xuantian EmperorBelow the statue is the entrance to the building.
Even the pillars and ceilings are adorned with exquisite craftsmanship, making them a feast for the eyes!
「Yuan Imperial Temple North PavilionI decided to try drawing a fortune slip!
In the coin slot10 TWD (approximately 36 Japanese Yen)When you put it in, the dolls inside the temple start to move♪
When you receive the fortune slip from the dispenser, it is wrapped in a cover,
Insert it into the stake next to the opening, remove the cover, and open the fortune slip.
Use the four kanji characters written on the fortune slip to read the explanatory booklet provided.
As it was the beginning of the journey,Going outWhen I read about "",
「One way spring breeze"I received such kind words♪
lotus pondAlong the lakeshore is one of Taiwan's largestConfucius templeThere is a ''.
This isDaiseimon"From what I saw"Qixing Gate"is.
The temple grounds are spacious and surrounded by greenery, making it a very pleasant area.
「DaiseimonAfter passing through the gate, you will reach the main hall, the "Taiseiden,"
Even just looking at the gates, Tainan'sConfucius templeYou can see the difference in size when you compare it to the other one♪
The main hall isTaiseidenThe memorial hall houses the memorial tablets of Confucius, his four companions, and the twelve sages.
Confucius, born in 551 BC, created the foundational philosophy of Confucianism.
In Taiwan and other Chinese cultural spheres,God of learningIt is widely believed to be a popular belief♪
TaiseidenAbove the memorial tablet of Confucius enshrined there is the inscription:Banko TsunatsuneA plaque with the words " is hanging there,
The phrase "Wan Gu Gang Chang" originates from the inscription "Three characters: Unjust, bloodshed for a thousand years. Loyalty and courage throughout life, eternally upstanding." found at the Yuefei Temple in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China.
It means that "the ethics and principles of the world remain unchanged for tens of thousands of years."
A wooden lantern with a rickshaw painted on it hangs from the ceiling.
A dragon is painted in the center of the ceiling, and if you look closely, you'll see that its face has a very playful expression.
TaiseidenThe spacious grounds are enveloped in silence, and the deserted temple has a very solemn atmosphere.
This building was constructed in 1974, but it was recently renovated in 2013.
Every corner is vibrant with color.Confucius templeThis is the result.
「lotus pondMost tourists who visit this placeConfucius templeWhy don't you even go there?
A very quiet, peaceful, and pleasant atmosphere prevails.
You can enjoy a relaxing time here♪
