Yunlin Sihhu Xiaguishan Zhangbao Temple Restoration Project Commences, Expected Completion March 2028
The restoration project for Yunlin County's designated historic site, Sihhu Xiaguishan Zhangbao Temple, has begun. The temple, which houses works by national treasure master Chen Shou-yi, faced issues like leaks and insect damage. The total cost is NT$60 million, with completion expected in March 2028.
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(Central News Agency reporter Jiang Yi-ching, Yunlin County, April 13) The architecture of Yunlin County's designated historic site, Sihhu Xiaguishan Zhangbao Temple, brings together the craftsmanship of many important masters, including the late national treasure master Chen Shou-yi. However, it faced problems such as water leakage and insect damage, leading to damage to many works. The restoration project commenced today, with an estimated completion in March 2028.
The Yunlin County Cultural Affairs Department held the "Yunlin County Designated Historic Site Sihhu Xiaguishan Zhangbao Temple Restoration Project Commencement Ceremony" today. The total project cost, including the local revitalization plan, amounts to NT$60 million. Yunlin County Magistrate Chang Li-shan, KMT Legislators Chang Chia-chun and Ting Hsueh-chung, and Sihhu Xiaguishan Zhangbao Temple Chairman Wu Hsin-min attended.
The Cultural Affairs Department explained that Zhangbao Temple gathers works by many important masters, including about 140 beam paintings by Chen Shou-yi, making it the second-highest collection of his preserved works nationwide, second only to Sanchong Xiansheng Temple in New Taipei City. The major timber work was designed by Zhangzhou master craftsman Chen Zhuan-lin, with assistance and supervision from Hsu Ze-nan. The temple's clay sculptures and dragon pillars were made by craftsman Wu Qian. The county government registered Zhangbao Temple as a Yunlin County designated historic site in 2016.
Chang Li-shan stated that Zhangbao Temple, a hidden gem, collects many masterworks. This restoration project secured NT$54 million in subsidies from the National Development Council through a local revitalization plan, with the county government and the temple each contributing NT$3 million, totaling NT$60 million. The project is expected to be completed in March 2028.
Independent Yunlin County Councilor Su Kuo-lung pointed out that Zhangbao Temple has a history of about 50 years. In addition to severe water leakage, moisture damage, cracking, and insect damage to the temple's wooden structure, Chen Shou-yi's painted works were also damaged by bird droppings and water leakage. After extensive efforts by the temple and active争取 funds from the central government by the Cultural Affairs Department, the restoration finally began today.
Cultural Affairs Department Director Hsieh Ming-hsuan stated that the restoration project will adhere to the principles of "minimal intervention, reversibility, original appearance preservation, and temporal identifiability" for cultural heritage restoration. It will combine traditional craftsmanship with appropriate modern techniques to repair the roof, wooden components, and walls, ensuring structural safety and resolving water seepage issues. Additionally, precious paintings, clay sculptures, and cut-and-paste works within the temple will be restored by professional restorers and craftsmen, striving to restore the historic site's original appearance and historical characteristics.
The Cultural Affairs Department noted that after the restoration project is completed, it will connect Sihhu Township and Beigang Township, focusing on "activating religious cultural heritage sites" as a development center. Through local revitalization talent cultivation, it plans to organize traditional craft design workshops, co-learning walking tours, and craft introduction lecture series. By fostering cooperation between youth and seniors, it aims to establish and promote local temple craft culture, developing a cultural industry that adds value through youth empowerment. (Editor: Chang Ya-ching) 2026-04-13
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(Central News Agency reporter Jiang Yi-ching, Yunlin County, April 13) The architecture of Yunlin County's designated historic site, Sihhu Xiaguishan Zhangbao Temple, brings together the craftsmanship of many important masters, including the late national treasure master Chen Shou-yi. However, it faced problems such as water leakage and insect damage, leading to damage to many works. The restoration project commenced today, with an estimated completion in March 2028.
The Yunlin County Cultural Affairs Department held the "Yunlin County Designated Historic Site Sihhu Xiaguishan Zhangbao Temple Restoration Project Commencement Ceremony" today. The total project cost, including the local revitalization plan, amounts to NT$60 million. Yunlin County Magistrate Chang Li-shan, KMT Legislators Chang Chia-chun and Ting Hsueh-chung, and Sihhu Xiaguishan Zhangbao Temple Chairman Wu Hsin-min attended.
The Cultural Affairs Department explained that Zhangbao Temple gathers works by many important masters, including about 140 beam paintings by Chen Shou-yi, making it the second-highest collection of his preserved works nationwide, second only to Sanchong Xiansheng Temple in New Taipei City. The major timber work was designed by Zhangzhou master craftsman Chen Zhuan-lin, with assistance and supervision from Hsu Ze-nan. The temple's clay sculptures and dragon pillars were made by craftsman Wu Qian. The county government registered Zhangbao Temple as a Yunlin County designated historic site in 2016.
Chang Li-shan stated that Zhangbao Temple, a hidden gem, collects many masterworks. This restoration project secured NT$54 million in subsidies from the National Development Council through a local revitalization plan, with the county government and the temple each contributing NT$3 million, totaling NT$60 million. The project is expected to be completed in March 2028.
Independent Yunlin County Councilor Su Kuo-lung pointed out that Zhangbao Temple has a history of about 50 years. In addition to severe water leakage, moisture damage, cracking, and insect damage to the temple's wooden structure, Chen Shou-yi's painted works were also damaged by bird droppings and water leakage. After extensive efforts by the temple and active争取 funds from the central government by the Cultural Affairs Department, the restoration finally began today.
Cultural Affairs Department Director Hsieh Ming-hsuan stated that the restoration project will adhere to the principles of "minimal intervention, reversibility, original appearance preservation, and temporal identifiability" for cultural heritage restoration. It will combine traditional craftsmanship with appropriate modern techniques to repair the roof, wooden components, and walls, ensuring structural safety and resolving water seepage issues. Additionally, precious paintings, clay sculptures, and cut-and-paste works within the temple will be restored by professional restorers and craftsmen, striving to restore the historic site's original appearance and historical characteristics.
The Cultural Affairs Department noted that after the restoration project is completed, it will connect Sihhu Township and Beigang Township, focusing on "activating religious cultural heritage sites" as a development center. Through local revitalization talent cultivation, it plans to organize traditional craft design workshops, co-learning walking tours, and craft introduction lecture series. By fostering cooperation between youth and seniors, it aims to establish and promote local temple craft culture, developing a cultural industry that adds value through youth empowerment. (Editor: Chang Ya-ching) 2026-04-13
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FAQ
When is the restoration project for Zhangbao Temple expected to be completed?
The restoration project is expected to be completed in March 2028.
What is the total cost of the restoration project?
The total project cost is NT$60 million.
What kind of artworks are found in Zhangbao Temple?
Zhangbao Temple houses about 140 beam paintings by Chen Shou-yi, major timber work designed by Chen Zhuan-lin, and clay sculptures and dragon pillars by Wu Qian.