Heavenly Queen Temple, Chinese temple in Footscray, Melbourne, Australia
The temple spans 40,000 square meters along the Maribyrnong River and features a 15-meter gold-painted stainless steel statue of Mazu imported from Nanjing.
Construction of the main temple began in 2012, with the first stage completed in 2013 at a cost of 5 million dollars as part of a five-year project.
The temple honors Mazu, a Chinese sea goddess from the Sung dynasty who protected fishermen and sailors through her ability to predict weather conditions.
Located 4 kilometers from Melbourne CBD, visitors can reach the temple via Footscray Station or buses 216, 219, and 402.
The temple complex includes two additional halls, a Chinese garden, and follows architectural elements inspired by the Forbidden City of Beijing.
Location: Victoria
GPS coordinates: -37.79870,144.91420
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:45
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