Dalongdong Baoan Temple
Construction began on this temple in 1805 and was completed 25 years later. Baoan is a Taoist temple and one of the leading religious sites in Taipei. The temple's main deity is the emperor Baosheng, the god of medicine. The mural paintings and sculptures that adorn the building are considered some of the most impressive in Taiwan, and the temple won acclaim in the 2003 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Heritage Awards.
Why it is worth a visit
Ornate early-19th-century temple that won a UNESCO Asia-Pacific heritage award for its restoration.
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Why visit
Ornate early-19th-century temple that won a UNESCO Asia-Pacific heritage award for its restoration.
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