Religions and beliefs are not only spiritual needs, but also the expression of multiple cultures and architecture. Around Dasi's temples and churches the architecture presents different styles and looks, witnessing the diversified religions and beliefs, we can also trace back origins to find out migration and fusion. Developed very early, owing to river transportation, Dasi was once a prosperous place. Therefore, in addition to the rustic Tudi Temple and the flamboyant ancestor temples, there are Buddhist temples with 100 years of history. As for the old temples, there are Puzi Temple, Jaimin Temple, Kuanyin Temple at Lotus Seat Mountain, Fujen Temple, Jenho Temple, etc. As Catholic and Christianity were imported to the place later, Dasi was a town that got in touch with Western Religions earlier than other cities. Visiting Dasi, the beauty of temples and churches can give you a purified feeling.   Puzi Temple, established in 1905, it was originally a privately owned temple. Owing to its good deeds to the people, persuading people to live a pious life, it had more and more believers. When the small place was not enough to accommodate the growing number of believers, they donated enough money to buy the land and build the temple we now have. Then the privately owned temple became a public worshipping place. In 1917, a worshipping pavilion was added to the main building, completing the construction of the entire temple. In 1961, as the temple was damaged by the weather and ruined in time, people rebuilt it. The construction work was completed in 1965. In 1908, the believers refurbished the temple once again. Puzi Temple worships Sanshang Enchu - Kuansangtijun, Fuyouxienju, and Jiutienximin. On both sides, there are the King of Yenping County and Wenchang Tijun. On June 24 of the lunar calendar, the birthday of Kuanshang Tijun, the pompous parade and temple fair are still the venue of the place.   Fujen Temple was built in 1813. In 1861, Lin Ben-Yuan's family donated the land to extend it. The temple mainly worshipped Tienshang Shangmu, in order to request the ships safety. Later, it further worshipped Sankian Dati, Xuantan Yuanxuai, and other gods, becoming the religious, self-governing, and social welfare center of the place. In 1981, it finished its reconstruction work. Covering an area of 300 pings, it is a bigger scale temple at Dasi; therefore, people also call it Damiao (Big Temple). Fujen Temple worships Kaichang Shangwang, Sanshan Kuowang, Dinggung Ancient Buddha, Baosheng Dati, Tienshang Shangmu, Jushang Niangniang, Citao Niangnaing, Jiaoshang Xienxi, Zhaixenye, etc. In February 10 at each lunar year, it is the birthday of Kaichang Shangwang. Dasi people follow the traditional etiquette, requesting big families to present huge pigs in turn to worship the god. On the eve of Kaichang Shangwang's birthday, they invite a specialist to slaughter and clean the pigs presented by the believers. Then the pigs will be placed on the parade car, ready for driving through the happy streets of Dasi. The next morning, the temple will strike the gongs. Townsfolk will present the pigs as the parade progresses to the temple. In front of the temple, then, the pigs will be arranged in order, ready for the worship. Under the accompaniment of the northern winds instrument, the worship will last until noon. As the temple fair ends, the townsfolk would prepare feasts in front of their houses for their friend and relatives from foreign lands, to celebrate. Further, they also slice the pork and present it to their neighbors.   Zaiming Temple was built in 1860, a private temple owned by A-Jia Li, after he took an oath as a monk. Later, more believers flocked to his temple. In 1873, cooperating with the local gentry, the abbot, Pu-Xi Huang raised funds to rebuild the temple. In 1912, the temple was further extended, especially the main hall and the wing chambers. A grand ceremony was held to celebrate such a venue. Zaiming Temple mainly worships Kuanyin bodhisattva in the main hall, with Dizanwang Buddha, Jintung and Yunui, Noja Tazi, Weidou Buddha, Wuxienlinkuan Dati on the right. Occupying the area of three jia, trees and grasses grow around the temple, giving a fresh and tranquil feeling. Being the oldest temple at Dasi, there are collections of rare editions of Buddhist script printed in the Song Dynasty and high monk's calligraphy. Originally it was a three-winged mansion, a main hall with two side wings. Later, people added two more side wings to the main hall, making it a three-winged temple architecture. With Zen elegance and tranquility, there are camellias at the back. During autumn and winter, when the camellias bloom, it gives a stunning scene. At the side of the temple, there is a stone plate path (Zaimin Temple Archaic Path) leading you to the corn garden at the bottom of the hill. Then, it takes you further to the mouth of Dahan Stream. Along the path, the scenery is fabulous, being one of the Eight Spectacular Scenes at Dasi - "Kanjin Returning Sail." Kuanyin Temple at Lotus Seat Mountain was built in 1801. In 1835, 1904, and 1925, there were some minor repairs. In 1934, people changed the worship pavilion into Xieshanzhungzhan Worship Pavilion, which has not been repaired until now. Kuanyin Temple at Lotus Seat Mountain mainly worships Kuanyin bodhisattva, 18 Lohan Jinzhun and Peiji Sankuan Dati. The temple is sitated to the southeast, with the northwest at its back; it is a kind of single entrance temple. Limited to geographical location, it is impossible to develop the temple in length. Likewise, it becomes an unusual temple with five gates and a single hall. The temple's flying roof is lofty, with pines and cypress in the courtyard, giving a tranquil atmosphere. The roof is double layered, of three ridges, inlaid with Eight Diagram paintings. In the temple, the paintings on the wall are lively, with vivacious mud statues. Further, the woodcarvings, stone carvings, and color paintings are elegant and refined in nature. In front of the main hall, there is a worship square, whose refined architecture, painted and engraved stays and columns are the major attractions of the Kuanyin temple. As Kuyin Temple's geographical location is excellent, many scholars and writers expressed their feeling with poems on the columns after visiting such a nice place. Being one of Eight Spectacular Scenes at Dasi, it is called "Dawn Bell at Lotus Temple." Further, this temple is also the religious center of the Hakkanese people living in Tao-Ju-Miao area. On February 19 of the Lunar calendar each year, it is Kuanyin's Birthday. At the venue, many pilgrims visit the place and worship the goddess, as a spectacular scene in its own right.   The Presbyterian Church of Dasi was established in 1889, when Dr. Mackay brought Evangelism to the area. On the Old Streets, near Hoping Road, he established a church for gathering and spread God's message. In 1993, with the donations of the believers and the local people, they purchased a piece of land on Puzi Road. In 1997, they built a new church with 5 storeys above- and 1 storey under-ground. The church is gothic in design, with pointed parapets. Blending with the red bricks outer wall, it makes the church an architectural attraction in Dasi, adding foreign taste to the old town. From the church, you can have a full view of Dahan Stream.   Saint Franciscan Catholic Church was built in 1953 by Bishop Lan. It is an early Catholic church in Taoyuan, serving as a monastery for the friar and brother that took a one-year course. Outside the church, willows line along the road, giving elegance to the church other than the green. In the middle of the courtyard, a statue of Saint Francis is erected there. At the back of the church, there is a basketball court and a big area of green trees. The simplicity and tranquility of the church make it rise above the noisy surrounding and make it a holy place. In 1950s, the Communist Party overthrew the National Government and occupied China, many catholic priests migrated to Dasi because of their love of Chinese people. At that time, there were not more than ten catholic priests, mainly living in Tamsui, Kaoshiung, Pingtung, etc. Therefore, Saint Francis Catholic Church at Dasi deserves a place in history because of its Evangelism in Taiwan.