Tua Pek Kong Temple, Miri

The Tua Pek Kong Temple features traditional Chinese architectural elements with decorative carvings, red pillars, and detailed roof ornaments along Jln Bendahara street.

Established in 1913 during Miri's oil boom, the temple survived Japanese bombings in World War II and underwent substantial renovations in 1977.

The temple holds ceremonies for Tua Pek Kong's birthday celebrations, with local residents participating in traditional processions and offering rituals throughout the year.

Located at coordinates 4.391636, 113.985058, the temple remains open to visitors who can observe daily prayer sessions and incense burning ceremonies.

Following an epidemic in early Miri, the temple was built after a monk performed rituals that locals believed helped end the spread of illness.

GPS coordinates: 4.39164,113.98506

Latest update: March 4, 2025 03:22