Po Lam Monastery, Buddhist temple on Lantau Island, Hong Kong
Po Lam Monastery is a Buddhist temple on Lantau Island with several buildings and pavilions arranged around a central courtyard. The main shrine hall houses three large bronze statues representing different phases of Buddha, along with smaller halls for prayers and gatherings.
Three monks from China's Jiangsu Province founded the site in 1906 with a modest name that was later changed to Po Lam Monastery. The location gradually developed from a simple refuge into an established spiritual center on the island.
The monastery serves as a place for quiet reflection where daily prayers and ceremonies draw both visitors and practitioners. The traditional layout with altars and sculptures creates an environment that naturally invites contemplation and spiritual connection.
The site is open daily for visitors and can be reached by cable car from Tung Chung or by bus. The grounds are easy to explore on foot, and vegetarian meals are available for those who want to spend time there.
The monastery's kitchen prepares vegetarian dishes following traditional Buddhist dietary principles, offering visitors insight into monastic eating culture. This daily practice connects spiritual teachings with simple, grounded meals.
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