Taichung Matzu International Festival (Taichung Matzu International Festival)

Taichung City, Taiwan

Matriarch Matzu is one of the most important religions in Taiwan. Every year, every March of the calendar year, in this island nation, a large pilgrimage takes place attracting hundreds of thousands of followers, covering a total distance of 330km through 4 districts and cities. This festival was initiated and originated in Taichung city in 1999, first held at Zhenlan temple in Dajia district.

Due to the profound influence of the Matzu ancestor worship on Taiwanese culture, Taichung City established the "Dajia Matzu Cultural Festival" in 1999 to pay respects to the Mother. Taichung City has expanded it into the "Matzu International Cultural Festival". The festival, which takes place at the same time at 12 ancient temples with hundreds of years old throughout Taichung City, aims to strengthen religious values in the area while showcasing Taichung's cultural diversity. Based on traditional religious rites and a combination of folk events, the festival contributes to promoting Mazu worship on a global scale, attracting domestic and foreign culture fans to learn about the Mazu religion. folk religion of Taichung.

The Taichung city government has incorporated the concepts of "International" and "Local" into the festival's programs such as inviting famous performing arts groups from Taiwan and abroad to perform to portray vibrant cultural features. Through the application of mass media for promotion, Mazu culture can be introduced to the world and the annual pilgrimage is a sacred celebration for the whole city, contributing the realization of the concept of "Taihong Culture".

In 2009, UNESCO recognized the Matzu Beliefs and Customs as "Intangible Cultural Heritage", emphasizing the importance of its cultural values. The “Taichung City Matzu International Festival” was created according to the principles of traditional and ritual worship as well as cultural heritage preservation and folklore transmission. In addition to religious ceremonies, the city government focuses on dignified pilgrimages with artifacts such as the statue of Mazu Mazu, palanquin and carefully decorated accessories, folk orchestras, martial arts, etc. Besides, the festival also features themed cultural activities designed to attract the public, such as martial arts, theater performances, traditional arts.

If you have the opportunity to come to Taichung in the 3rd lunar month, you will certainly have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the unique festival atmosphere, contributing to creating an unforgettable highlight in the journey to discover Taichung in particular and the country. Taiwan island in general.

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Taichung Matzu International Festival (Taichung Matzu International Festival)

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