Yiu Ming Temple, Chinese temple in Alexandria, Sydney, Australia
Yiu Ming Temple is a Chinese temple in Alexandria featuring red brick walls and traditional timber fixtures throughout its interior. The structure includes a distinctive roof lantern designed for burning incense and oil as part of its religious purpose.
The temple originated in the 1870s from a Chinese community organization and was relocated from Arncliffe to its current location between 1908 and 1909. Following a fire in 1996, the building underwent extensive restoration and reopened in 1999.
The temple serves as a worship space for Sydney's Chinese community during religious ceremonies and celebrations. Visitors can observe traditional practices and see how the community gathers here to honor various deities.
The temple is accessible after its restoration and is well-maintained by the community. Visitors should wear respectful clothing and be prepared to find active worship taking place with regular religious activities.
The community behind the temple has extended its engagement to Guangdong, supporting schools and medical facilities in the ancestral region. This involvement reflects how diaspora communities maintain connections to their places of origin.
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