Hainan Temple

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The temple, founded in 1866, is dedicated to the patron saint of seafarers, the goddess Mar Chor. The present building was built in 1895, restored in 1995.

There are many Chinese culture here, the Temple of the Queen of Heaven has a taste.

Interesting stone column carvingsI happened to walk past this heritage temple in Jalan Muntri on my way home. I especially liked the carved stone columns. It was deserted and no one was about. Might drop in when it is next open. Well over 120 years old.

Qiongzhou guild hall is the Hainan guild hall, it is also called "Tianhou Palace", the Penang Hainan guild hall can be said to be the larger guild hall in Penang, which I think is similar to the ancestral hall around us, may be a local Hainan people to build a ancestral temple for their parties and festivals. The hall is always open and there is no entrance fee.

Tian Hou Temple is an important religious place. There are many locals who have lived here for many years. The interior of Tian Hou Temple is rich in structure. The structure of the palace is also very simple. You can visit it outside.