Tai Wai is an area in Hong Kong, China. It is the largest part of the Sha Tin District.
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This temple was built for the memory of general Che Kung.
Che Kung protected the last emperor of Song Dynasty. The temple is attributed for
his bravery and contribution.
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| Che Kung Temple |
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Local people visit the famous Che Kung Temple for fortune telling and
seeking advice.
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| Che Kung Temple |
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After Wong Tai Sin Temple, the Che Kung Temple is probably the second most popular temple
in Hong Kong.
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| Che Kung Temple |
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The Che Kung Festival, held on the third day of the Chinese New Year, sees thousands
of worshippers gathering here and pray for good fortune.
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| Che Kung Temple |
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| Buddhist Monastery |
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The name of this peaceful Buddhist Monastery is Chi Hong Ching Yuen.
It features a nice collection of bonsai trees.
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| Buddhist Monastery |
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Chi Hong Ching Yuen Buddhist Monastery features a beautiful hall with
three Golden Buddhas.
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| Buddhist Monastery |
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Chi Hong Ching Yuen Buddhist Monastery is dedicated only for nuns.
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| Buddhist Monastery |
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From Chi Hong Ching Yuen temple, there is a nice view on Che Kung Temple.
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| Buddhist Monastery |
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Set back from the road, Ku Au Tseng Yuen temple is just
a short walk east from the Che Kung Temple.
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| Ku Au Tseng Yuen |
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Beyond the entrance there are the miscellaneous objetcs for worshipping in the main temple
hall just above.
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| Ku Au Tseng Yuen |
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In this Buddhist temple, there are many objects from Thailand such as wood elephants,
Thai dancers as offerings. It is often mentioned as a Thai Buddhist temple.
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| Ku Au Tseng Yuen |
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There is a four-face Brahma set under a glittering pagoda-like structure.
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| Ku Au Tseng Yuen |
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The God of Wealth is holding a golden ingot. It is often placed at the house
entrance to bring fortune to the occupants.
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| Ku Au Tseng Yuen |
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