The Zhong-Sheng-Gong Memorial () is a memorial in Pingtung City, Pingtung County,

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History

The memorial was constructed in 1929 by the Zhen clan family members who moved to Taiwan from

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during the

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in the 18th century. It was originally located on the banks of Wannian River. Over the years, more buildings were constructed surrounding the memorial.

Architecture

The memorial was built with traditional Hakka and

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style. The memorial spans over an area of 3,010 m² with two blocks and double bays. To honor their ancestors to show off their success, their relatives built the Zhong-Sheng-Gong Memorial in 1929.

Transportation

The memorial is accessible within walking distance east of Pingtung Station of Taiwan Railways.

References

1929 establishments in Taiwan Ancestral shrines in Taiwan Baroque architecture in Taiwan Buildings and structures in Pingtung County {{Taiwan-religious-struct-stub

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