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Fengshan Chenghuang Temple was established during the 5th year of the Jiaqing era in the Qing Dynasty, boasting extraordinarily vibrant incense offerings. Stepping into the temple, one can observe two distinctive cultural artifacts: the inscription plaque "You Have Come" and the "Grand Abacus." The plaque's message signifies that all mortals must eventually report to Lord Chenghuang in their lifetime; its characters are bold and powerful. The "Grand Abacus" symbolizes meticulously calculating one's life-long virtues and transgressions. With the imposing Lord Chenghuang enshrined majestically in the main hall, his stern visage exuding authority, the four dark pillars on either side are flanked by four police inspectors and civil-military judges. Surrounded by rows of warning couplets and calligraphic inscriptions, the atmosphere instills profound reverence. Though the Fengshan Chenghuang Temple occupies a modest area, its exterior is grand, exquisitely carved, and gilded with golden splendor. Since Lord Chenghuang is widely believed to be a deity who impartially administers justice, rewarding goodness and punishing wickedness while granting petitions faithfully, the local people offer pious worship and deep trust. To this day, when there are intractable disputes among laypeople, parties involved are required to come here to swear oaths by cutting a chicken's head. Devotees visit in an unceasing stream, continuously strengthening the temple's thriving incense offerings, making it a central pillar of regional faith.