Snake Temple, Taoist temple in Bayan Lepas, Malaysia
The Snake Temple contains multiple Wagler's pit vipers that live freely throughout the buildings and courtyards of the religious complex.
The temple was established in 1805 to honor Buddhist monk Chor Soo Kong after landowner David Brown donated the land following his healing.
Devotees from Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, and China gather at the temple on the sixth day of the first lunar month for Chor Soo Kong's birthday.
The temple opens daily from 6:00 to 19:00 with no entrance fee, and visitors can reach it by public transport from George Town.
Two Dragon Eye Wells and large brass bells from 1886 remain in the temple, where snakes receive protection through a dedicated breeding center.
Location: Penang
Location: Bayan Lepas
GPS coordinates: 5.31394,100.28519
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:53
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