Reported 11 months ago
During the Dragon Boat Festival in lunar May, Tamsui holds its grand celebration, known as the Tamsui Qing Shui Yan Qing Shui Ancestral Master procession, colloquially called the Tamsui Grand Worship! This event includes a special ritual called 'secret visit' held only at night. Originating in the late Qing Dynasty as a means to ward off epidemics, the 'secret visit' has become an essential part of the Tamsui Grand Worship, aiming to keep the area safe from diseases and bring peace. Tamsui, Xinzhuang, and Mengjia's Qingshan King Festival are recognized as North Taiwan's top three secret visits, showcasing profound folk beliefs in warding off evil and seeking peace.
Source: YAHOO