The Largest & Oldest Buddhist Temple In SEA⁉️

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Thean Hou Temple is one of the largest and oldest Buddhist temples in Southeast Asia. Located along Jalan Klang Lama on the southwest side of Kuala Lumpur city, and just a short drive from Bukit Bintang, the temple remains one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city.

It is managed by the Hainanese community who descended from sea-faring fisherfolk with roots in Hainan Province of China. Perched on a hill, it offers stunning panoramic views of the city.

As you enter the temple, you’ll notice the statue of the deity Thean Hou between the Goddess of the Waterfront and the Goddess of Mercy. Inside the temple sits the contemporary Buddhist pagoda and images of Buddha enshrined in the octagonal hall. Elements of Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism are also added into the temple’s magnificent structure with statues of Wei Tuo and Guan Di (the God of War).

OPENING HOURS
The temple opens daily from 9.00am - 6.00pm.

ENTRANCE FEE
There is no entrance fee required, but they have donations box where you can put the money inside it.

DIRECTIONS
Taxi or Grab | RM25 - RM30 | Approximately 30 - 40 mins
The easiest way to travel to Thean Hou Temple is by taxi or Grab. The cost is approximately between RM25 - RM30 from the hotel, depending on traffic conditions. The journey is about 16 kilometres long and will take about 30 to 40 minutes.

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Post by Mersizi | Aug 22, 2023