Luchu Wufu Temple

Luchu Wufu Temple

Originally known as the Xuantan Temple or Yuantan Temple, and commonly referred to as Nankan Marshal Temple or Nankan Wufu Temple, Luchu Wufu Temple is located at the foot of Tiger Head Mountain in Wufu Village, Luchu Township, Taoyuan County, Taiwan. It was formerly part of Miaojian Fort’s Nankan Miaokou Village and is dedicated to Xuantan Marshal, also known as the Martial God of Wealth, Zhao Gongming. Legend has it that Zhao Gongming was skilled at accumulating wealth and generous in relieving the suffering of others, hence he is also revered as a god of fortune by the public. Luchu Wufu Temple was established in 1745 and has undergone nine renovations and two expansions. In 1985, it was designated as a national third-class historic site by Taiwan and is also one of the oldest temples in Taoyuan County.

Luchu Wufu Temple faces southwest and is situated in Wufu Village, one of the earliest developed areas in Taoyuan County. Nestled between mountains and the sea, the northeastern side features rolling hills and valleys, while the southwestern area consists of flat, expansive farmland producing crops such as rice and tea. Located on the edge of the urban area and surrounded by countryside, the temple enjoys a serene and picturesque setting. The traditional houses nearby further accentuate the temple’s classic and timeless charm. The current appearance of Luchu Wufu Temple dates back to its renovation in 1924 during the Japanese colonial period. It has a width of three bays and follows a traditional two-courtyard layout with front and rear halls and side corridors. The wooden carvings, stone carvings, and Koji ceramics inside the temple all hold significant artistic and preservation value, making them worthy of close appreciation.

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Why Go: One of the oldest temples in Taoyuan County