Xupu Jade Emperor Palace

　　   Xupu Jade Emperor Palace is situated on Ship-shaped Mountain in Xikou Village, Shuidong Town, Xupu County, Huaihua City. The mountain boasts towering peaks, a rugged landscape, and a mystical aura, presenting a magnificent sight. The Taoist temple was originally built in the 47th year of the Wanli reign during the Ming Dynasty (1619). It was formerly known as the “Dragon Temple” and was demolished during the Cultural Revolution. It was rebuilt in 1993 and now includes structures such as the Five Sacred Peaks Hall, Black Deity Hall, Goddess of Mercy Hall, Child-Giving Hall, Three Stars Hall, God of Wealth Hall, Literature Star Hall, Patriarch Hall, Earth Mother Hall, Medicine King Hall, Jade Emperor Hall, and Three Pure Ones Hall, covering a total area of over 13,000 square meters. The temple is currently overseen by Taoist priest Zhou Xinyin, Vice President of the Hunan Taoist Association.