Lungshan Temple

Built in 1738 in order to worship Kuanyin, the goddess of mercy. For more than 200 years, it survived from earthquakes to wars. Now days it is one of the most popular temples in Taipei, and it is always crowded with visitors from all around the island. Smoke fills the chambers as worshipers burn incense for the goddess. The Ching-dynasty style buildings are decorated with huge, complex sculptures and colorful paintings. The Lungshan temple is visited for its architectural merits and also as a house of worship.