Longshan Temple and National Palace Museum Photos

Our first group trips in Taipei were to Longshan Temple [龍山寺] and the National Palace Museum [國立故宮博物院]. More info and narrative to come hopefully tomorrow. But for now here are some pictures.



The roof of Longshan Temple's main gate. If you have the Lonely Planet guide, you'll notice that this roof is on the cover.



One of the many deities and spirits that are worshipped at this temple. Syncretism like this is an integral part of Chinese religious practice.



Candles burnt in respect to gods and spirits. As this was a special Buddhist day (some famous Buddhist god's birthday), there were many.



Fresh flowers set out next to a Buddha statue. All the temples I've seen in China use fresh flowers; I have yet to see one that uses fake plastic flowers.



Wing of the National Palace Museum.



National Palace Museum main building, viewed from the exit/entrance.