Chun Kwan Temple
Chun Kwan Temple, Tsing Yi
Chun Kwan Temple (Chinese: 真君廟; Jyutping: zan1 gwan1 miu6) is a temple dedicated to Chun Kwan on Tsing Yi Island in Hong Kong. Chun Kwan was a commoner who had combatted pirates during the South Song Dynasty (960–1279).[1]
The original temple was built on the waterfront 100 years ago[when?] and later moved to its present location on the junction of Tsing Yi Heung Sze Wui Road and .
During Chun Kwan's Birthday, on the 15th day of the third lunar month, traditional Cantonese opera performances are staged for 5 days.
See also[]
- Chun Kwan
- Tsing Yi Bamboo Theatre
- Tin Hau temples in Hong Kong
- Hip Tin temples in Hong Kong
- Kwan Tai temples in Hong Kong
- Places of worship in Hong Kong
References[]
- ^ Hayes, James (1996). Friends & Teachers: Hong Kong and Its People, 1953-87. Hong Kong University Press. p. 168-169. ISBN 9789622093966.
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Coordinates: 22°21′08″N 114°06′24″E / 22.352199°N 114.106782°E
Categories:
- Tsing Yi
- Taoist temples in Hong Kong