In 2009, the belief in Mazu was inscribed  

on the UNESCO Representative List of the  Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Over time, emperors from various dynasties  bestowed upon her numerous honorary titles,  

elevating her status from a noblewoman  to a goddess recognized by the state.  

This culminated in the Qing dynasty,  where she received the highest honors.

The spread of Mazu's worship is closely linked  to maritime history and the diaspora of ethnic  

Chinese coastal communities, forming a  significant part of the cultural heritage  

and social fabric in East Asia and Southeast  Asian regions with ethnic Chinese populations.

Worshiping Mazu is an integral part  of cultural and religious life in  

many ethnic Chinese communities around the world,  

with numerous temples dedicated to her and  various festivals celebrating her legacy.