There are many temples in Hong Kong. Different temples enshrine different deities, and they all have their own characteristics. As for this time,
HongKongFootprint.com wants to show you a temple that was built in 1846 and has a history of more than hundred years.
The structure of this temple is very unique. It is not a common square design, but a semi-octagonal shape, which feels similar to the architectural design of a tower. As for the temple gates, they are also located on both sides of the building, which is very different from traditional temple buildings. The decoration in the temple is also very gorgeous, especially the red decorations, which are intertwined with the classical lighting in the temple, which is really impressive.
In addition, the frescoes of fire dragons on the ceiling make people even more imaginative. It is said that the content described in this mural is related to the annual fire dragon dance event. On the eve of the Mid-Autumn Festival (that is, the 14th day of the eighth lunar month in the lunar calendar), there will be a traditional fire dragon dance outside the temple.
This temple is closely related to the fire dragon dance, and it is also a historical landmark in this area, and the fire dragon dance activity has long been included in the national intangible cultural heritage list. Every year, before the start of the fire dragon dance, the fire dragon will go to this temple first, and the fire dragon lighting ceremony will also be held in this temple.
This temple was built by local residents to worship "Bodhisattva Kwun Yum". According to records, "Bodhisattva Kwun Yum", also known as the "Bodhisattva of Compassion", is a deity who has vowed to save all beings, and listens to the sufferings and prayers of all beings through a compassionate heart. Whenever sentient beings are suffering, they cry out to "Kwun Yum" for help, and they can get help. It is precisely because "Kwun Yum" is willing to listen to the appeals of all living beings that it is deeply respected and worshipped by believers, and is therefore called "Bodhisattva of Compassion" by believers.
The temples usually used to worship "Bodhisattva Kwun Yum" are called "Kwun Yam Temple", but they can also be called "Lin Fa Kung" or "Shui Yuet Kung".
Whenever there are some traditional festivals related to "Kwun Yum", the Kwun Yum Temple will be very lively. In the traditional festival of "Kwun Yum Treasury Opening Festival", believers will come to this temple and borrow the treasure from "Kwun Yum". It means that believers hope to receive the blessing from "Kwun Yum" and hope to have more income in the coming year.
So, if you want to explore the traditional culture of China, it is also a good choice to take a moment to visit this temple.
If you want to visit this temple, it is recommended to take the MTR to Tin Hau Station, and then leave from Exit B. Afterwards, go straight along Tung Lo Wan Road for about 5 minutes, then turn into Lin Fa Kung Street West. You will see the temple.
Location: Lin Fa Kung
Address: Lily Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
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Hong Kong Footprint (HongKongFootprint.com)
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