Nanyao Palace Kaiji Third Mother and Ten Association Mothers will start their journey around the border to pray for peace. On October 11, mysterious gashapons will be distributed to give away big prizes.

At the corner of Nanyao Palace, people prayed for peace and started to light horse cannons before driving around the border. (Photo by reporter Tang Shiming)

Crazy Mazu grabs gashapon! A major event in Changhua's religious community, the "Kaiji Three Mothers and Ten Assembly Mothers' Jiaotou Prayer Circuit" in the Bingwu Year of Nanyao Temple started grandly today (3rd), starting a 9-day and 8-night patrol tour. The most eye-catching thing is that on the day of the return trip on October 11, the "Zhenren Yi Ge Fleet" will throw mysterious gashapon with redemption coupons along the way. Lucky believers will have the opportunity to win grand prizes such as a high-quality toilet worth 18,000 yuan. It is expected to set off a frenzied rush among believers.

Lin Shixian, manager of Nanyao Palace and Changhua Mayor, said that it coincides with the centenary renovation of Nanyao Palace, and he is grateful for the strong support from all corners. The theme of this detour is "Fuyin Sea Mountain", which spans 11 towns and cities, including Changhua, Nantou and Wuri, Taichung, and nearly a hundred corners. It is not only a prayer for blessings, but also a warm visit from Changhua mothers to each village.

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The itinerary is full of highlights. On the first day, we passed Route 139 Dazhang Road. Due to the frequent car accidents on this road section in recent years, the detour deacons will conduct a road cleaning prayer ceremony. On the second day, we went to Songbailing, Mingjian Township to receive incense from the Tiangong Temple and worship Xuantian God. On the third day, we At noon, we will proceed to Sun Moon Lake to start the "Water Circumference and Blessing". A special boat will escort Mazu Luan around the lake to pray for peace, sailing from Shuishe Pier to Ita Shao Pier. Believers will greet the Mazu Luan in both directions along the coast and at the pier, conveying the spirit of endless water and incense. Lin Shixian warmly invites all believers to participate in the grand event, bless the grace of God and feel the compassion and will of Changhua Mother.

Lin Shixian (middle), the chairman of the circuit tour, helps Kai Sanma's sedan chair to officially drive off. (Photo by reporter Tang Shiming)

Lin Shixian (2nd from right), the chairman of the circuit, and Chen Wenbin (left), deputy chairman of the circuit, respectfully welcomed the third mother of Kaiji as she set off. (Photo by reporter Tang Shiming)