Silent Guardian: Mazu of 300 Years

Photographer

Hungyi Chang

Category

Fine Art Photography - Religious

Company

REDSKY

Submission Group

Professional

Year

2025

Country / Region:

Taiwan

This portrait captures a 300-year-old statue of Mazu, the sea goddess venerated across Taiwan and Southeast Asia. Housed in Maogangwei Tianhou Temple, this figure embodies centuries of spiritual devotion, artisanal craftsmanship, and the resilient maritime culture of southern Taiwan. Through the lens, the silent gaze and regal adornments reflect both divine dignity and the collective memory of generations who seek her protection.

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