Great Buddha Temple

　　The Great Buddha Temple is situated atop Shoushan in Zhongzheng Park, Keelung City, and is a popular Buddhist tourist attraction. According to legend, Master Puguang became a monk alongside his mother from childhood, made a grand vow, and after searching in many places, chose the mountaintop of Zhongzheng Park. He proposed building the temple in 1967 (the 56th year of the Republic of China) and it was completed in 1969 (the 58th year of the Republic of China), finally becoming open to the public.

　　The temple complex follows the architectural style of Buddhist temples from the Tang Dynasty, with four floors housing structures such as the Mahavira Hall, Avalokitesvara Hall, Buddhist Lecture Hall, Maitreya Hall, Guanyin Hall, Colored Glaze Hall, Merit Hall, and meditation rooms. These buildings are beautifully crafted, majestic, and open for viewing and worship. In front of the temple stands a 22.5-meter-tall white statue of Guanyin (Goddess of Mercy), which is the most iconic landmark in Keelung City and was once the tallest Buddha statue in Taiwan. It was also selected as the foremost of Keelung’s Eight Scenic Spots. The Guanyin statue has five levels accessible by stairs, with observation windows on each floor offering panoramic views of Keelung Harbor. In addition, two massive golden lions flank the statue, adding to its serene and solemn presence. Surrounding the statue are eighteen Arhat sculptures, each with unique expressions and poses, making them vivid and quite fascinating.

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　　Xinyi District