Lam Tsuen wishing trees, Sacred trees in Fong Ma Po Village, Hong Kong
Lam Tsuen Wishing Trees are two ancient banyan trees located near Tin Hau Temple in Fong Ma Po Village, where visitors attach their written wishes to wooden frames surrounding the trunks. The site also features modern facilities designed to accommodate the large number of people who come each year to leave their prayers.
Tin Hau Temple, standing beside the trees, was founded in 1768 during the Qianlong period and served as an important prayer site for the local community. The custom of attaching wishes to the trees developed gradually over time and eventually became a widespread practice drawing visitors from across Hong Kong.
The name "Lam Tsuen" refers to oranges in Cantonese, reflecting the long tradition of writing wishes on these fruits and tying them to the trees. The sight of countless red papers and strings draped across the branches shows how central this practice remains to visitors' daily spiritual life.
Reach the site by taking bus routes 64K or 64P from MTR Tai Po Market station, or take minibus 25K directly to the location. Visit early in the morning or on weekdays to encounter fewer crowds and have more space to move around the trees.
The site actually features four separate trees rather than just the two main banyans that receive most attention from visitors. Three of the trees each represent a different wish category such as career and romance, while a fourth was added later specifically for ceremonial purposes.
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