Khalsa Diwan Sikh Temple, Sikh temple in Wan Chai District, Hong Kong.
Khalsa Diwan Sikh Temple is a gurdwara in Wan Chai, Hong Kong, occupying several floors of a large building at a busy crossroads. The building holds prayer halls, study rooms, classrooms, meeting spaces, and rooms where temporary guests can stay.
The gurdwara was founded in 1901 by local Sikhs and British Army soldiers, making it one of the oldest of its kind in Hong Kong. It suffered bomb damage during World War II and was later rebuilt.
The gurdwara is known for its communal kitchen, which serves free meals to anyone who walks in, regardless of background or religion. Visitors can sit alongside members of the Sikh community and share a simple meal, which is one of the most direct ways to experience this tradition.
The temple is open to visitors who want to observe prayer sessions or look around the building. It is customary to cover your head and remove your shoes before entering the prayer areas.
During the World War II bombing, the sacred Sikh scripture known as the Guru Granth Sahib survived without damage even though much of the building around it was destroyed. The community still speaks of this event as something out of the ordinary.
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