Guardian Beasts

▙▝▞▙ Guardian Beasts ▞▛▝ Guardian Beasts refer to the loyal protectors often seen in Taiwanese traditional beliefs. Some guard temples, others preserve history, some calm strong winds, and others have served under different religious beliefs. These guardian beasts silently safeguard people across Taiwan. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53847721810_98c70ae6ca_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53847286751_faab55e3b6_b.jpg "Introduction to Color" ▚ Shi Shi Zi▗ At the entrance of temples, one often finds a pair of stone lions. The male lion steps on a decorative ball, while the female lion nurtures a cub. Day and night, they guard the temple, providing visitors with a sense of peace and tranquility. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53847550148_be36b98330_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53847721805_f78c19d9be_b.jpg ▙ Bixi ▞ Although Bixi has the appearance of a turtle, it is a child of the dragon. Unlike its eight siblings, Bixi excels at carrying heavy stone tablets, silently protecting inscriptions across the vast expanse of time. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53847550113_61ccf54e26_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53846399312_96e3a62bb3_b.jpg ▝ Komainu ▛ In the past, many shrines were established in Taiwan, but after the departure of the Japanese government, these shrines gradually declined and were converted into temples. However, many Komainu statues remained, quietly residing in the newly transformed temple grounds, continuing to protect the people of Taiwan. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53846399357_71e08e1ffb_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53847550093_c7dc396871_b.jpg ▞ Feng Shi Ye ▜ Feng Shi Ye is a popular stone statue on the streets of Kinmen. Though resembling a lion, they are not called stone lions. Besides warding off evil spirits, they serve a crucial purpose: residents place them at intersections to shield against strong sea winds, their capes fluttering dashingly in the breeze. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53847721860_20793f0294_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53846399282_ba18f056bf_b.jpg "capacity" 30ml https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53847550098_9745c82556_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53847550078_ca85bc9706_b.jpg