Taipei, Taiwan
Xiahai Temple Cats (Dihua Street)
A historic temple on Dihua Street where Hide met cats during a morning walk.
Before you go
- Cats may appear near the temple entrance, but they are not always present.
About Xiahai Temple Cats (Dihua Street)
Taipei Xiahai City God Temple is a historic temple founded in the mid-19th century and a key place of worship in Dadaocheng. It enshrines Xiahai Chenghuang (the City God) and is also known for Yue Lao, the matchmaking deity. Easy to visit while walking Dihua Street; cats may appear near the entrance, but sightings are not guaranteed.
How to get to Xiahai Temple Cats (Dihua Street)
From Taipei Main Station, take the MRT to Beimen Station or Zhongshan Station, then walk about 10–15 minutes to Dihua Street Section 1. Taipei Xiahai City God Temple is at No. 61.
Dihua Street is a busy historic shopping area. Cats may appear near the temple entrance, but they are not always present. This is an active place of worship — please visit quietly.
- From Taipei Main Station, take the MRT to Beimen or Zhongshan.
- Walk toward Dihua Street Section 1 in the Dadaocheng area (about 10–15 minutes).
- Look for Taipei Xiahai City God Temple at No. 61 on Dihua Street Section 1.
Visited May 2026
I stumbled across this temple on the way back from a morning run through Dihua Street. A few cats were resting near the entrance, and it was an easy place to pause with MeowSnap.
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