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A half-day tour of the Changhua Mazu pilgrimage. Discover the secrets of the pilgrimage culture.

Taiwan | Changhua |

3750 are interested with this tour

3 hr

10~20 for a group

Self-arrival

7Days prior to the tour for booking

Language： Chinese

USD $ 15.0 up

A half-day tour of the Changhua Mazu pilgrimage. Discover the secrets of the pilgrimage culture.

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Tour Overview

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In-depth visit to the century-old incense shop, traditional handmade lanterns and century-old embroidery shop

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Follow the footsteps of the Changhua Mazu pilgrimage and learn about Kaihua Temple, Kaizhang Ancestral Temple, and Nanyao Temple.

Changhua boasts three major Mazu festivals: the Dajia Mazu Festival, the Baishatun Mazu Festival, and the Changhua Mazu Festival. These events have shaped a unique religious industry within the city. Join a professional guide as you visit tin paper shops, incense shops, embroidery shops, and lantern shops to discover the supplies used during the Mazu procession and incense offering. What is the connection between tin paper and incense and religious beliefs? How can we choose the right incense and tin paper that fulfills Mazu cultural beliefs and is beneficial to health? Follow the Changhua Mazu procession route, visit important temples, learn about the incense offering rituals, and hear the important story of the Nan Yao Temple.

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A half-day tour of the Changhua Mazu pilgrimage. Discover the secrets of the pilgrimage culture.

Travel Notes

- Children under 6 years old are free to participate in the Changhua Mazu Pilgrimage (each adult can bring one child), and insurance is not included.
- The meeting time for the Changhua Mazu Pilgrimage is the same as the guided tour time. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the tour.
- Please do not be late for the Changhua Mazu Pilgrimage, as this will affect the safety of yourself and your fellow group members.
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring drinking water, sunscreen, and rain gear.
- Rainy days will not affect the Changhua Mazu Pilgrimage, but please bring your own rain gear.
- A wireless audio guide will be provided for the Changhua Mazu Pilgrimage, but you may also bring headphones (which we will also provide) for easier use.
- During the Changhua Mazu Pilgrimage, the guided tour may involve walking on the road, so please pay attention to your personal safety at all times.
- Vehicles parked on the road are frequently towed, so please ensure your vehicle is parked in a parking lot.
- More recommended short trips to Changhua's temple culture:
Explore Nanyao Temple, one of Taiwan's 100 most beautiful religious sites, Learn the legends of five Changhua immigrant deities
- More recommended activities in Changhua:
Explore the delicious food and snacks in the market, Baguashan Skywalk Fun Ecological Observation, Healing Handmade Potted Plants and Traditional Chinese Medicine Bags DIY

Tour Pricing

The cost includes:

- Changhua Mazu Pilgrimage Experience. Professional Tour Guide
- Changhua Mazu Pilgrimage Experience. Incense Shop Tour and Sorting Experience
- Changhua Mazu Pilgrimage Experience. Traditional Handmade Lantern Tour
- Changhua Mazu Pilgrimage Experience. Introduction to Embroidery at a Century-Old Embroidery Shop
- Changhua Mazu Pilgrimage Experience. Wireless Tour Guide Headset
- Changhua Mazu Pilgrimage Experience. Insurance

Cancellation Clauses

Cancellations made 7 days prior to the start of the trip will receive a full refund.

Cancellations made 4-6 days (including the 6th day) prior to the start of the trip will incur a 30% handling fee.

Cancellations made 1-3 days (including the 3rd day) prior to the start of the trip will not receive a refund.

Cancellations made on the start date of the trip will not receive a refund.

If the event is affected by force majeure (e.g., typhoon warnings, heavy rain alerts, etc.), the organizer will determine whether to cancel the event. A refund will be issued to the original payment method after deducting necessary expenses.

Rescheduling due to personal reasons will be deemed a cancellation and will be handled in accordance with the above cancellation policy.

If participation is terminated during the event due to reasons not attributable to the organizer, no refund will be given.

Meeting point:

At the entrance of Kaihua Temple in Changhua (No. 134, Zhonghua Road, Changhua City)