Temples

Shing Wong Temple, Shau Kei Wan
Architectural SettingThe temple follows a Chinese two-hall vernacular building structure where fence off from a park and road outside. It consists of a main hall shaped like a Chinese Pavilion. Originally it overlooked the sea and its back was protected by the hill. After an urban development proposed in Shau Kei Wan, the temple is now tucked in the midst of the bustling market centre. ![]() Other DeitiesOther than the main deity of Shing Wong, the temple also houses Tai Sui (Sixty Gods of the Year), the Yamas of the Ten Halls (Ten Kings of Hell), Ng Tung (the Gods of Five Lucks) and To Ti (the Earth God). Shing Wong & Related FestivalsShing Wong Festival – the 11th May and 24th July in Lunar Calendar Ng Tung Festival – the 5th January and 5th May in Lunar Calendar To Ti Festival – the 2nd February in Lunar Calendar RenovationsThis temple underwent renovations in 1876, 1902, 1920, 1948, 1974 and 2005.
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