Thean Hou Temple
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Label : Instagram Worthy
Tags : Temple
Timings : 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM every day
Time Required : 1-2 hrs
Entry Fee : No entry fee
Thean Hou Temple, Kuala Lumpur Overview
The 6-tiered Thean Hou Temple is one of Southeast Asia's largest temples, built atop Robson Hill as a shared place of worship for Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism. Its courtyards and rooftops are covered in dragon and phoenix motifs typical of Chinese temple architecture, with multicoloured lanterns strung across the grounds. Evenings are the best time to visit, when the lanterns are lit and the temple offers views over the city.
The stunning edifice, also known as the Temple of the Goddess of Heaven, was built by the Hainanese living in Malaysia and is now run by the Selangor and Federal Territory Hainan Association. Considered a shrine by many, the Thean Hou Temple is visited to worship the Goddess of Mercy - Guan Yin, the Chinese Sea Goddess - Mazu, and the Goddess of Waterfront - Shui Wei Sheng Niang.
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History
It emerged as a huge tourist attraction because of its colorful architecture and scenic view. There are several paintings and sculptures in the temple premises that complement Chinese Legends and the 12 Zodiac Signs. Several Chinese Festivals are celebrated and some even make a yearly pilgrimage to Thean Hou Temple to pay their respects. The temple also holds more than 100 events every year and educates people about Malaysian Chinese culture.
Architecture of Thean Hou Temple
The fountain of Kuan Yin, Goddess of Mercy greets visitors as they enter the temple grounds. The entrance gate howcases the Chinese style of architecture. The main entrance also features a multi-arched gateway supported by vibrant red pillars that stand for good fortune and prosperity.
Main Temple Exterior
The main exterior of the temple showcases a fine display of traditional Chinese art forms. It also has the statutes of the zodiac sign, the most prominent being the huge dragon at the entrance.
The prayer hall is huge and spacious to house three altars to the three goddesses of the shrine. The altars have a sculpture of their respective goddess and visitors can pay their respect to them. There are two pairs of Kim Oracles in the middle of the prayer hall that can be used by visitors. There is also a smaller statue of Guan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy amidst the rock and falling water where visitors can kneel and receive blessing from the statue.
There is a marriage registration office in the premises of the temple where young couples can tie the knot. This is also a very popular destination for young couples to click their wedding photographs.
Best Time to Visit
It is recommended that to pay a visit to the temple before 9:00 AM, as the temple starts getting crowded after that.
