/ 2026 / Press / Feature Story

• Prize
  Honorable Mention
• Photographer
  SHOUCHENG WU, Taiwan
• Date of Photograph
  2026/04/16

As one of the World’s Top 3 Religious Events, this century-old odyssey covers 400km on foot in 8 days. Guided solely by Mazu’s palanquin on unpredictable routes, the series begins with the vanguard flag’s explosive charge. From the sacred chaos of departure to the triumphant storming of the sanctuary, these images document the peak of devotion. The ultimate purpose is the "Incense Partitioning" ritual, where pilgrims gather eternal flames from the host temple to ensure divine continuity. Amidst majestic guardians and a sea of followers, faith transcends physical limits to unite a nation.