Xuan-tian Taoism Temple is not only a place for religious service, but also a community symbol to the people of Hsiaying. The temple controls the development and changes in Hsiaying society through its integration and
utilization of various resources. Through the investigation of how Mou-kung-way settlement declined and how Hai-chien-ying settlement and Xuan-tian Taoism Temple evolved, this study explores the development of Hsiaying settlement. In particular, the role of Xuan-tian Taoism Temple in shaping the development of Hsiaying settlement is of focus.
