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5 Best Temples in Hong Kong
Visiting some of the most beautiful temples in Hong Kong is a must-do for most visitors to the city. It offers a glimpse into the ingrained customs of the locals, where their main religion is Buddhism. Temples in Hong Kong are dedicated to different religions: both Buddhist and Taoist traditions are found here, along with Confucian temples, with some honoring certain deities.
moreVisiting some of the most beautiful temples in Hong Kong is a must-do for most visitors to the city. It offers a glimpse into the ingrained customs of the locals, where their main religion is Buddhism. Temples in Hong Kong are dedicated to different religions: both Buddhist and Taoist traditions are found here, along with Confucian temples, with some honoring certain deities.
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The 18,000 square meter temple is located in Wong Tai Sin, Kowloon and is dedicated to the three major religions in China, Taoism (Wong Tai Sin), Confucianism and Buddhism (Guanyin).\n\nBesides the grand hall, the main attractions include the Three-Saint Hall, the Taoist temple and the Nine Dragons Wall. The main temple is built according to traditional Chinese architecture, with red columns and golden tiled roof. Inside the pagoda, there are rooms for viewing generals, sowing hexagrams and divination. As this is a popular tourist attraction, tourists should beware of fake monks scamming money. Flash photography and video recording are not allowed here.\n\nOpening hours: Daily from 07:00 to 17:30\n\nAddress: 2, Chuk Yuen Village, Wong Tai Sin, Kowloon\n\nPhone: +852 2327 8141"},{"type":"link","content":"http://www.wongtaisintemple.org.hk/en"}]},{"address":"Man Mo Temple","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10234184804510059,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":22.28403165650782,"longitude":114.1502375},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# Man Mo Temple"},{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":563},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FLSvhvjShp5OvUKl6wdQa%2FMan-Mo-Temple.png?alt=media&token=0b2edc23-c788-425b-9f15-331aee511484"},{"metadata":{"width":576,"height":1024},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FLSvhvjShp5OvUKl6wdQa%2FSnaptik_6901145713200172290_discoverhongkong.mp4?alt=media&token=4b924a09-2ff7-43cf-820c-4fe1e3c15522"},{"type":"text","content":"The Man Mo Temple is the oldest and certainly one of the most revered temples in Hong Kong. The incessant smoky scent creates a mystical atmosphere that most people are drawn to. Built in 1847, the pagoda is named after the two main gods, Man, the god of literature, who wears a red dress and holds a calligraphy pen; and Mo, the god of war, wears a blue cloak and wields a sword.\n\nOpening hours: Daily 08:00 - 18:00\n\nAddress: 126 Hollywood Rd, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong\n\nPhone: +852 2540 0350"}]},{"address":"Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10234184804510059,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":22.386803659332397,"longitude":114.18605335000002},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":752},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FLSvhvjShp5OvUKl6wdQa%2Fcb840740b1a21e187653ece52eafd543.jpg?alt=media&token=50d9d93c-528f-483a-bb6f-b37997aae72e"},{"type":"text","content":"Ten Thousand Buddha's Monastery (known as Man Fat Tsz in Cantonese) is an attractive Buddhist temple located in Sha Tin – New Territories. Home to a concentration of Buddha statues spread over 8 hectares of land, this is one of the most famous Buddhist temples in Hong Kong and a popular tourist destination. The temple was built by a devout Buddhist monk Pastor Yuet Kai in 1957 with the help of his followers. Despite its name, Ten Thousand Buddhas Temple, it is now estimated that there are more than 13,000 Buddha statues on display here in all different poses, styles, materials and sizes, ranging from small figurines to bronze statues. giant. In addition, there is also a high tower to worship the temple builder. Note that there are no monks at Ten Thousand Buddha's Monastery in Hong Kong; It is run by volunteers.\n\nOpening hours: Daily from 09:00 to 17:30\n\nLocation: Sha Tin Town, east of the New Territories"},{"type":"link","content":"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ten_Thousand_Buddhas_Monastery"},{"metadata":{"width":540,"height":960},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FLSvhvjShp5OvUKl6wdQa%2FSnaptik_7062703226801425666_tj.mp4?alt=media&token=c1f4e805-e563-4e8c-bbbd-f6bca46cf366"}]},{"address":"Yuk Hui Temple (Pak Tai Temple)","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10234184804510059,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":22.212229156484618,"longitude":114.02779085000002},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# Yuk Hui Temple (Pak Tai Temple)"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":794},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FLSvhvjShp5OvUKl6wdQa%2F8e295b2be61c9738cdf122e09512d253.jpg?alt=media&token=88cbf312-2215-4d7a-8dd2-ef6d9d4de43c"},{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":750},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FLSvhvjShp5OvUKl6wdQa%2FHK_Cheung_Chau_Pak_Tei_Temple_n_Stairs_1.jpg?alt=media&token=1fba62cb-d502-4769-9eec-e822bdb9b58d"},{"metadata":{"width":576,"height":1024},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FLSvhvjShp5OvUKl6wdQa%2FSnaptik_7045549742574652673_centini0703.mp4?alt=media&token=31cff6be-2379-4ab7-867e-12f1b58c0b77"},{"type":"text","content":"The colorful Pak Tai temple on Cheung Chau island dates back to the 18th century and was built by fishermen to worship Pak Tai, a Chinese deity who saved villagers from an epidemic that spread from the Asian plains. Jiang. Located near the pier, the temple is quite attractive to weekend visitors from Hong Kong to visit. A visit to the Pak Tai Temple in Cheung Chau is a delightful addition to the itinerary's beautiful beaches and outdoor attractions.\n\nThis temple is the most crowded during the Bun Festival (Cake Festival) which takes place in April of the lunar calendar every year, usually in April or May of the solar calendar. Thousands of people come to the small island of Cheung Chau to enjoy a lion dance with drums and a colorful parade filled with cakes and pies.\n\nOpening hours: 09:00 - 18:00\n\nLocation: Next to Cheung Chau Ferry Pier"}]}]
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Visiting some of the most beautiful temples in Hong Kong is a must-do for most visitors to the city. It offers a glimpse into the ingrained customs of the locals, where their main religion is Buddhism. Temples in Hong Kong are dedicated to different religions: both Buddhist and Taoist traditions are found here, along with Confucian temples, with some honoring certain deities.
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The incessant smoky scent creates a mystical atmosphere that most people are drawn to. 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