Pun Chun Yuen

Pun Chun Yuen is a Chinese temple with curved roofs and carved wooden pillars that display the architectural style of traditional structures from its era. The building features a central altar hall with side chambers and painted decorative elements across its facade.

The temple was built during a period when such structures served as important community centers for spiritual practice and public gatherings. Its age and construction methods reflect the architectural techniques of classical Chinese building practices from that era.

Local people come here to make offerings and light incense, especially during festivals when the grounds become a gathering place for the community. You can observe the everyday spiritual practices that connect residents to their traditions.

The temple is located on Shek Lin Road and can be viewed primarily from the outside and surrounding grounds. Early morning visits offer better lighting for seeing the architectural details and fewer people around.

The carved wooden pillars display hand-carved details that were created using techniques rarely practiced today. These details offer a window into traditional craftsmanship methods that have largely disappeared from modern construction.