Sam Tai Tsz Temple and Pak Tai Temple, Taoist temple complex in Sham Shui Po District, Hong Kong.
Sam Tai Tsz Temple and Pak Tai Temple is a dual temple complex located on Yu Chau Street that houses two distinct religious sanctuaries. Each structure is dedicated to its respective deity and features altars, statues, and traditional religious fixtures.
The Sam Tai Tsz sanctuary was established in 1898 by local Hakka residents following a plague outbreak that had affected the area. The sanctuary emerged from the belief that the deity ended the epidemic and protected the community.
The complex serves as a gathering place for the local community during traditional festivals, where worshippers come to pray and make offerings. Red lanterns and burning incense fill the spaces, creating an atmosphere that reflects the everyday spiritual practices of believers.
The sanctuary is easily reached by taking the MTR to Sham Shui Po Station and using Exit A2, followed by about a five-minute walk to reach the entrance. The location is typically open to visitors during daylight hours, and it is respectful to keep quiet and avoid interrupting any religious activities.
Within the Pak Tai sanctuary sits bronze symbolism representing cosmic opposites that reflect fundamental principles of Chinese philosophy. These details are often overlooked by visitors, even though they are central to understanding the temple.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
