Tin How Temple, Taoist temple in Chinatown, San Francisco.
The temple occupies the top floor of a four-story structure on Waverly Place, featuring traditional Chinese architectural elements and lantern-decorated balconies.
Founded in 1852 by Day Ju, the temple survived the 1906 earthquake, preserving its original altar, goddess image, and temple bell through the catastrophe.
Dedicated to Mazu, the Chinese sea goddess known as Tin How in Cantonese, the temple maintains traditional practices for spiritual guidance and blessings.
Visitors can access the temple daily from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, ascending three flights of stairs to reach the entrance where free admission is granted.
The temple's location influenced the Chinese name of Waverly Place, which translates to Tin How Temple Street in recognition of its significance.
Location: Chinatown
GPS coordinates: 37.79468,-122.40698
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:43
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