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Man Mo Temple in Sheung Wan is a Grade I listed heritage building and one of Hong Kong's most visited temples. While not one of our personal favourites, Man Mo Temple is convenient to visit and offers a nice perspective of what you can expect to see in many Chinese style temples. This temple was built in 1847 and is the largest dedicated to Man Mo found in Hong Kong. The temple pays tribute and takes it name from the God of Literature (Man) and the God of War (Mo). Here you can see the expected shrines and worship halls, burning incense coils, drums and murals. You will also find historic, wooden divinity chairs encased on the left side of the main hall. There is also a large wooden panel with gold gilded carvings that can be seen as you enter the doorway. In the centre of the main hall you see many small lanterns laid out in straight rows, this makes a nice image to see. In the end, we much prefer visits to the more decorative and larger temples in Hong Kong, particularly those in Kowloon like Wong Tai Sin Temple and the Chi Lin Nunnery as well as Man Fat Tsz (10,000 Buddha) Monastery and Che Kung temple in Sha Tin. However, if you are in Hong Kong for a short trip only and are staying on Hong Kong Island, this is a good temple to include in your sightseeing efforts. Tip: Man Mo Temple is found along Hollywood Road in Sheung Wan. This temple can be easily visited by those making the rounds on the Hong Kong Big Bus and Rickshaw Bus Tours or when independently visiting the attractions in the Central and Sheung Wan districts of Hong Kong Island.
BradBrad
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The sense of "old" and "tradition" is thick in the air through the scent of incense. The temple is split into two different buildings, the Man Mo temple building (文武殿) for scholars and the white collared workers and the Guanyin building (觀音殿) for all the day-to-day needs. It's the busiest at the beginning of the Chinese New Year, when people pray for the new year and make their offerings for a prosperity, and on the month of of December (sometime around 22nd December, before the Winter Solstice) when the people thank the deities for their help. When entering, make sure to pay your respect to the Guarding Deity (地主公) before heading indoors to the center of the building. If you're entering through the Guanyin building on the right, she's located at the center inside the main temple building. Bow, give incense, and make a prayer (she looks after travellers mainly but she's all loving and protects many). Going through the Man Mo building, remember to walk in clockwise direction for good luck. You'll find the place often filled to the brim with smoke, that's normal, but bring some eye drops for the irritation. Just remember, be respectful and if you ask around nicely, especially if you're asking the workers and not the praying people, they're quite nice and would either help you or direct you the the nearest English plaque to explain the history of the place.
Ariel MakAriel Mak
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The place is fine if you want to visit a spot that can provide some experience on the cultural side of things, also to take a few nice pics it also delivers on that. The thing is that there is way too many people in there and the majority are actually attending for religious purposes which is totally fine and part of the atracción I guess, but as a result all of the faithful participants are making offers in The form of incense or just burning wishes written in paper causing an unbelievable amount of smoke in the place where there is no extraction or proper ventilation. So be prepared with a mask if you have respiratory issues. In my personal opinion walking around outside the temple was the best and I can tell you there are a lot of very nice spots for pictures in the area. Another recommendation I can make is to be cautious when taking pictures inside the temple as I witness a religious person get very very angry at some girls that were taking shots inside, so be discrete and try not to be invasive on someones private space.
Federico VarasFederico Varas
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Man Mo Temple is a serene historical rich site nestled in the heart of Hong Kong. Temple's intricate architecture is truly a sight to behold. The atmosphere is deeply spiritual, with the scent of incense filling the air and the quiet prayers of visitors creating a peaceful ambiance. Being a Hindu I found the atmosphere to be similar to that of a Hindu temple which made me connect with it even more. I found the praying rituals to be similar too. The temple is dedicated to the gods of literature and martial arts, Man Cheong and Mo Tai, and offers a fascinating glimpse into traditional Chinese religious practices. While the temple can get quite busy, especially during the weekends, it's a must visit for anyone interested in Hong Kong's cultural heritage. The surrounding area also offers plenty of opportunities to explore local shops, some of which sell antique items.
Madhurendra Narayan TiwaryMadhurendra Narayan Tiwary
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Man Mo Temple: Un Oasis de Historia y Espiritualidad en Hong Kong El Man Mo Temple, ubicado en Sheung Wan, es una de las joyas culturales de Hong Kong. Este templo, dedicado al dios de la literatura (Man) y al dios de la guerra (Mo), es un lugar que te transporta al pasado y te envuelve en una atmósfera espiritual única. Es perfecto para quienes buscan un momento de calma en medio del bullicio de la ciudad. Lo que Hace Especial Este Lugar 1. Historia y Significado: Construido en 1847, el templo es uno de los más antiguos de Hong Kong y una representación perfecta de la tradición taoísta y budista. Su significado radica en la devoción de los estudiantes y guerreros que acudían para pedir éxito en los exámenes o victoria en sus batallas. 2. Ambiente Único: Desde que entras, el aroma de los inciensos gigantes en espiral y las luces tenues de las lámparas crean un ambiente mágico. Cada detalle, desde las tallas de madera hasta las inscripciones en chino, cuenta una historia. 3. Un Lugar Vivo: Aunque es un sitio turístico, el templo sigue siendo un lugar de culto activo. Verás a locales encendiendo incienso y rezando, lo que lo hace aún más auténtico. Tips para tu Visita • Llega Temprano: Evita las multitudes visitando el templo por la mañana, especialmente si buscas una experiencia más tranquila y fotos sin interrupciones. • Respeto: Recuerda que es un lugar sagrado. Habla en voz baja y evita interrumpir a quienes están rezando. • Entrada Libre: No hay costo para entrar, pero puedes dejar una donación si deseas apoyar el mantenimiento del templo. • Fotografía: Las fotos están permitidas, pero evita usar flash, ya que puede ser molesto para los demás. • Transporte: La estación de MTR Sheung Wan (salida A2) está a solo unos minutos caminando. También puedes combinar tu visita con un recorrido por Hollywood Road y las tiendas de antigüedades cercanas. Mi Experiencia Personal El Man Mo Temple es un lugar donde el tiempo parece detenerse. Me encanta venir aquí para recargar energías y reflexionar, especialmente después de explorar el bullicioso distrito de Sheung Wan. La combinación de historia, espiritualidad y arquitectura lo hace único. Cada vez que lo visito, descubro un detalle nuevo que me conecta más con la esencia de Hong Kong. ⭐ Calificación: 5/5 📍 Tip Extra: Después de visitar el templo, da un paseo por el cercano mercado de antigüedades de Cat Street o prueba un café en uno de los pequeños locales de Hollywood Road. 📸 Sígueme en Instagram para más recomendaciones y aventuras: @pablotrotamundos
Pablo Duran (Pablotrotamundos)Pablo Duran (Pablotrotamundos)
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The oldest temple in Hong Kong where has been enshrining Guan Yu who was a god of martial arts since 19th century. Apparently it looks so old and small and even almost just about to be demolished cause it’s under construction but once you step inside the temple it is quite spacious. Lots of lanterns and smoke coming from spiral shape of burning incense make this temple so mysterious. Actually this scene is so magnificent that creates the air of sincere piety . You might wanna pray to the god for anything you want. When I visited in the very early morning I saw an old man who was praying solemnly. I think this old temple seems to be the most Hong Kong -like in its recent appearance as becoming another small city of China. And I feel so sorry that Hong Kong is losing its own attraction.
June LeeJune Lee
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