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Located on the old street of Zhongzheng Road in Danshui District, New Taipei City, the Fu Yu Gong (Blessing and Protection Palace) has an unclear history of construction. Some say it was initially built during the Yongzheng era and rebuilt in 1796 (the first year of the Jiaqing Emperor's reign). However, it can be confirmed that Fu Yu Gong has a history of over 200 years, is a third-level ancient relic, and is the oldest of the four major temples in Danshui. The temple primarily enshrines Mazu, also known as the Mazu Palace. Since it did not receive an imperial seal from the emperor, it retained its original name and did not become known as the Tianhou Palace. It was once the center of development in Danshui Street. One of the couplets in front of the palace reads, "The bitter sea has no bounds; who can sail to Meizhou and reach the other shore?" which reflects the hardships of the pioneers during the time of crossing the sea to Taiwan and the important role of Mazu in protecting the people and calming the seas. Fu Yu Gong is a historically significant temple with many legendary stories. For example, the plaque "Yi Tian Zhao You" in the main hall is said to have been bestowed by the Guangxu Emperor as a result of Mazu's divine powers helping in the war during the Sino-French War. It remains hung in the main hall to this day and is one of the temple's treasures. The "Wang Gao Lou Bei" (Watching High Building Stele) embedded in the wall of the front hall records the construction of the Wang Gao Lou lighthouse, which guided ships at the mouth of the Danshui River. Most of the reliefs on the surrounding walls were made possible by donations from local businesses to rebuild and use to thank the gods. However, they have become a blend of ancient and modern art installations that decorate the old street today. If you look closely at the stone lions in front of the temple, you will notice that their heads are particularly shiny. This may be because the stone lions were originally used as ballast stones to help stabilize ships. Having protected immigrants as they crossed the sea, local people enjoy touching the lions' heads, believing it brings good luck and safety.