title: Ciyou Temple
text: # Ciyou Temple
  
  Ciyou Temple (Chinese: 松山慈祐宮; pinyin: Sōngshān Cíyòu Gōng) is a prominent Chinese temple in Songshan District, Taipei, Taiwan. The temple is dedicated to the Goddess Matsu. Raohe Street Night Market was located next to this temple as the temple has been a prominent landmark in the area.
  
  ## History
  
  The temple was constructed in 1753. According to legends the temple was founded by a wandering monk who came upon a group of Matsu devotees. Together they raised money for ten years and then built the temple.
  
  ## Transportation
  
  The temple is accessible within walking distance North of Songshan Station of Taiwan Railways.
  
  