Xinzhou God of Wealth Temple

Xinzhou God of Wealth Temple

The Xinzhou God of Wealth Temple is a cultural relic protection unit of Xinzhou City.

The God of Wealth Temple is located in Caishenmiao Lane, Xijie Village, Nancheng Subdistrict, Xinfu District. It faces east and is oriented west, measuring 55.6 meters in length from east to west and 25 meters in width from north to south. The exact year of its construction is unknown, but the existing structures date back to the Qing Dynasty. Renovations were carried out in 2007 on the side hall, drum tower, and main hall. Currently, along the central axis, the side hall, main hall, and on both sides, the drum tower and side chambers are preserved. The side hall has a width of three bays, a depth of four rafters, and features a flush-gable roof with a rolled awning. The main hall is five bays wide, four rafters deep, with a single-eave flush-gable roof. It has a five-rafter rear corridor-style framework and bracket sets. On June 6, 2007, it was designated as a municipal-level cultural relic protection unit by the People's Government of Xinzhou City.

Source: Xinzhou Municipal Bureau of Cultural Relics

Xijie Village: Located in the north-central part of Shanxi Province, Xijie Village in Xinfu District lies in the old urban center of Xinzhou City. It stretches from Xiurong Road in the east to Qiyi South Road in the west, and from Guangming Street in the north to Caoshi Lane in the south. The village covers a total area of over 40,000 square meters, has a population of 1,835, and 676 households, with 950 mu of arable land. It serves as the political, economic, and cultural hub of Xinfu District. Since the reform and opening-up, Xijie Village has adhered to the Party’s basic line of “one central task, two basic points,” adapted to local conditions, vigorously developed a distinctive agricultural economy, pursued a path of collective common prosperity, and achieved rapid development in both material and spiritual civilization. … Xijie Village detailed information++