The highlight of the Qingshan King's procession is the "swift sedan passage" passing quickly past four temples, including Longshan Temple.

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The Qingshan King festival's grand procession reached its third day on Monday, with the deity's palanquin joining the parade at noon. As it passed landmarks like Longshan Temple, the sedan dimmed its lights and sped through quietly, a distinctive ritual known as "chong jiao," or "swift sedan passage."

Taiwanese beauty queen Joyce Chiu Yi-shu (邱怡澍), who studies temple culture and hosted an event in English on Saturday, explained that the practice shows respect. "Other temples have their own devotees," she said. "Imagine if every procession passed with drums blaring and fanfare, people of different backgrounds might feel challenged or uncomfortable."

Qingshan King, protector of the Huian people, adopted a low-key approach historically amid frequent clan fights. The palanquin hurries past temples of other groups, Longshan Temple, Wanhua's Qingshui Temple, Bangka Jiyi Temple, and Taipei Tianhou Temple, with lights off to honor diverse faiths. This tradition now draws believers.

Amid firecracker blasts emerged the Eight Generals of Qingshan, their red-and-green faces and fangs evoking solemn authority. Troupe leader Gao Yu-feng (高玉峰) said they guard only during a three-day patrol from October 20 - 22 on the lunar calendar. Unlike standard eight generals, these serve as the deity's close escorts, preserving safety and reviving street traditions.