Xi Wangmu
Culture & Region
China (Taoist, folk)
Time Period
c. 3rd century BCE texts onwards; archaic shamanic origins
Domains
Immortalitylongevitydeathpeaches of immortalitywestern paradise
Symbols & Animals
Peachesphoenixthree-legged crownine-tailed foxtigers (early)
Sacred Sites & Cult Centers
- Kunlun Mountains (mythical)
- Taoist temples
Key Myths & Stories
Queen Mother of the West; peach garden; hosts immortals; assists heroes
Related Deities
Taoist supreme goddess; archaic powerful figure