Xingang Fengtian Temple & Historic Old Street, Xingang, Chiayi

About this place

Xingang Fengtian Temple, Xingang Township, Chiayi County, Taiwan. Dating back to the Qing Dynasty as a revered spiritual bastion of Mazu (Goddess of the Sea), Fengtian Temple features intricate Koji pottery, wood carvings, and vibrant pilgrimage celebrations that draw millions of devotees. The bustling street directly outside is a street-food wonderland, famed for Xingang stir-fried duck meat thick soup, traditional Xingang sweet malt candies, crispy Chen sisters steamed dumplings, Uncle Qinde old-tree boba tapioca, and freshly roasted Jinzan peanuts.

✦ Must-Visit Highlights:

▸ Historic Qing-Dynasty Mazu Sanctuary & Koji Ceramics: Marvel at exquisite temple woodwork and vivid mosaic artwork.

▸ Legendary Xingang Stir-Fried Duck Meat Soup: Savor tender duck slices simmered with charred scallions in thick sweet-savory broth.

▸ Nostalgic Handcrafted Sweets & Roasted Peanuts: Take home traditional Xingang malt candies, shaved grass jelly ice, and crisp nuts.