Templo de Kun Iam Tong, Buddhist temple in Nossa Senhora de Fátima, Macau.
Templo de Kun Iam Tong is a Buddhist temple in Macau with three main pavilions decorated with porcelain figures. These pavilions house statues dedicated to the Precious Buddhas, Buddha of Longevity, and the Bodhisattva Kun Iam.
The current temple structure was built in 1627 during the Ming Dynasty, replacing an earlier building from the 13th century. The original shrine had been dedicated to the Bodhisattva of Mercy.
The temple displays calligraphy scrolls and paintings by renowned Chinese artists, reflecting artistic traditions that have long been part of this place. Visitors can see these works throughout the halls, offering a window into the artistic heritage valued here.
Entry to the temple is through a large gate that leads to tiered gardens with commemorative arches and small shrines. The layout is straightforward, making it easy to wander and take in the different areas.
A major diplomatic moment occurred here when the first Sino-American Treaty was signed at a stone table in the gardens in 1844. Nearby grow four intertwined trees that are said to symbolize marital fidelity.
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