Thean Hou Temple Kuala Lumpur

Thean Hou Temple is one of the oldest and largest temples in Southeast Asia. Southwest of the city, it is a popular tourist attraction. Dedicated to Tian Hou, a goddess said to protect fishermen, the temple is also a shrine where many come to worship Guan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy. Built by KL’s Hainanese community in 1894, it is set on a hill and offers wonderful views of the city.

During Chinese New Year 2019 on the 1st Lunar Calendar 5th February 2019, I visited Thean Hou Temple.