Poh Hock Seah Twa Peh Kong Temple — Local services in George Town

Also known as “Poh Hock Seah”, Hock Teik Cheng Sin Temple is a hundred years old Chinese temple built in year 1850’s in Armenian Street. It was once the headquarter of a secret society called Kian Teik Tong. After Penang riot in year 1867, all secret societies, including Kian Teik Tong, were permanently banned. Poh Hock Seah then took over the ownership and basically inherited all characteristics of previous owner, except being a violent society. Today, the temple mainly worships “Tua Pek Kong” (God of Prosperity and Morality). It has a large compound and a double-storey building. Well-maintained with...

Definitely one of the most interesting temples in Georgetown in Penang. A small entrance from the main road leading to the courtyard of this small medium sized temple. The courtyard and the walkway is decorated with many Chinese lanterns. Lots of very intricate art and carvings throughout the temple complex. When visiting, a must is to go upstairs to the upper floor and see the beautiful pillars and ceiling which is carved with art. A definite must visit when...

Temple with a small entrance which has currently just finished reconstructing the stage over the past few months. When I visited, the upper floor was closed to the general public this time...