Revisiting Wong Tai Sin Temple after three years. WTS is one of the most iconic temples in Hong Kong, famed for "answering" the prayers among believers. A few extra attractions have been added to the temple compound since my 2007 visit, and there's a lot more worshippers and … [Read more...] about Hong Kong Wong Tai Sin Temple
China’s Mount Wutai photos
Photos from the 7th Mount Wutai photography contest and exhibition. Located in China's Shanxi Province, Mt Wutai is one of the most sacred places for Chinese Buddhism. It was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2009... Grand Prize, Communication (对话) by Chui Xianwei … [Read more...] about China’s Mount Wutai photos
Korean stone pagoda
If you visit a Buddhist temple in South Korea you are likely to see some of these little stone pagodas, stacked randomly by monks or visitor to show appreciation to the land and environment (sort of a spiritual thing)... I think these days it's also meant as prayers for good … [Read more...] about Korean stone pagoda
Bongeunsa Temple, Seoul, South Korea
Bongeunsa (봉은사) is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Korea. It's founded in 794 and gone through difficult times as Buddhism was repressed for a long period in Korean history (it's now the biggest religion though). Bongeunsa is also one of the few temples in Seoul that offers … [Read more...] about Bongeunsa Temple, Seoul, South Korea
Lucky wild boars at Indian temple in Malaysia
An Indian temple in Taiping, Malaysia, is attracting hundreds of daily visitors hoping to get some luck by wrestling interacting with some wild boars... … [Read more...] about Lucky wild boars at Indian temple in Malaysia
Thean Hou Temple, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Thean Hou Temple in Kuala Lumpur is one of the largest Chinese temples in Malaysia. Dedicated to Goddess Tian Hou (Heavenly Empress), the temple was opened in late 80s and has became a popular tourist destination known for its beautiful architecture as well as numerous cultural and … [Read more...] about Thean Hou Temple, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
St Joseph’s Cathedral, Hanoi, Vietnam
The St Joseph's Cathedral in Hanoi was opened in 1886, a year after the French colonial officially occupied the country of Vietnam. The cathedral still holds mass twice daily and is probably the most famous church in Hanoi. … [Read more...] about St Joseph’s Cathedral, Hanoi, Vietnam
Ngoc Son Temple, Hanoi, Vietnam
Ngoc Son Temple (Đền Ngọc Sơn), or Temple of the Jade Mound, is located on a small islet at Hoan Kiem Lake in the City of Hanoi. The temple was founded in the 14th century but most of its current structures were built in the 18th century. Ngoc Son Temple was built to commemorate a … [Read more...] about Ngoc Son Temple, Hanoi, Vietnam
Nan Tian Temple, Suao, Taiwan
Nan Tian Temple (Nantiangong) in Suao is one of the most famous temples in Taiwan with its 200kg pure gold Mazu figurine as well as another Mazu figurine carved from a piece of huge jade. The rooftop of Nan Tian Temple and the small port opposite the temple … [Read more...] about Nan Tian Temple, Suao, Taiwan
Wong Tai Sin Temple, Hong Kong
Wong Tai Sin Temple (黃大仙祠), a famous taoist temple in Hong Kong, was the first tourist spot we visited during our trip. The place of worship is often mentioned on various Hong Kong tourism guide. … [Read more...] about Wong Tai Sin Temple, Hong Kong