New Taipei City's &ldquoBlessing Train&rdquo has entered its third phase and officially launched new routes on the 28th. Since its inception, the event has attracted over 5,000 participants. Two new themed routes have been added&mdashRoute 999 &ldquoHealth Blessing Route,&rdquo symbolizing longevity and wellness, and Route 323 &ldquoGoddess Pilgrimage Route,&rdquo inspired by Mazu&rsquos birthday. Participants can join via the official LINE account and collect stamps at designated stops to redeem exclusive cultural creative items.

Health Blessing Route: Divine Guardianship for Wellness
Route 999 is designed for those wishing for good health and connects temples dedicated to Baosheng Dadi, Shennong Dadi, Xianying Patriarch, and Qingshui Patriarch, including temples in Sanchong, Tucheng, Zhonghe, Yonghe, Shulin, Luzhou, Taishan, and Tamsui.The &ldquoGoddess Pilgrimage Route&rdquo includes 9 temples dedicated to Mazu as the main deity. All devotees are welcome to join the pilgrimage. (Photo: Source from New Taipei City Government website)

Goddess Pilgrimage Route: Worship Journey of Nine Mazu Temples
Route 323 features nine Mazu temples across New Taipei, symbolizing Mazu&rsquos wisdom and protection. Temples include Ciyou Temple (Xinzhuang), Fuyou Temple (Tamsui), Kaitai Tianhou Temple (Bali), Fucheng Temple (Sanzhi), Cihu Temple (Jinshan), Renhe Temple (Gongliao), Tianhou Temple (Sanchong), Ziwei Tianhou Temple (Taipei), and Xinglong Mazu Temple (Sanxia).The cultural and creative items for this event are made of beech wood. Participants can enjoy a DIY assembly experience while taking in the light, natural scent of the wood. (Photo: Source from New Taipei City Government website)

Wooden Cultural Craft with Light Symbolizing Blessings
Crafted from beech wood, the DIY train-shaped souvenir incorporates route-specific totems and numbers, along with a built-in light to symbolize a bright blessing. The campaign runs until June 30. Participants can exchange stamps for limited-edition merchandise and follow the Civil Affairs Bureau&rsquos Facebook for prize draws.