Tuesday, April 17, 2012

tin hau temple

On the same day that we went to the Aberdeen Floating Village, we also stopped by the Tin Hau Temple in Rupulse Bay because my mom was super keen to see the big golden fish.  What can I say except that they sold this fish really well on the various tour packets she read through when figuring out what to see while in Hong Kong.  :) 

The Tin Hau Temple is quite small and sits on the far end of the beach.  The temple grounds contains many statues of important gods, goddesses, and other auspicious figures.   There is of course the golden fish with its mouth wide open for folks to toss coins into in hopes that good fortune will follow.  There is also the red bridge of longevity that is supposed to increase the days in your life every time you walk over the bridge.  There were also several animals with blessings written on them that people rubbed for good luck.  

The red bridge of longevity and the many statues.

Kwun Yum, Goddess of Mercy & Tin Hau, the Queen of Heaven and Protectress of Seafarers

Visitors at the temple.

Matt & the different mosaic statues.

Famous fish!

 

Rubbed raw for luck.

 
I love the bold, bright colors.


Animals.

16 comments:

  1. Thank you for sharing your wonderful photos.

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    1. I'm so glad you enjoyed them! Thanks for stopping by! :)

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  2. I didn't have much time in Hong Kong. These show me that when I return, I must seek some of these lovely things.

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    1. It is a big city with lots to offer visitors. I hope you are able to make it out here again! :) If not, feel free to browse my blog for more images of Hong Kong. Thanks for visiting! :)

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  3. How fun! I love the yellow fish!

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    1. Thanks Sara! I'm glad you enjoyed the pictures. :)

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  4. This post is such a treat. Your photographs are awesome. So many impressive and colorful statues. The temple itself is lovely. genie

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    1. Thank you so much Genie! I'm so glad you enjoyed the images....totally makes me happy! :)

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  5. They are very intricate sculptures. - Margy

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    1. They really are Margy. The mosaic work that went into them are stunning. I wish I'd gone in for some closeups to share. Thank you for visiting! :)

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  6. Lovely photos, I think this is one of the few temples that we have not visited, maybe next time.

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    1. Thankfully there will be a next time! :) It was one I wasn't familiar with at all, but am happy to have seen it in person. It is so small and yet filled with some beautiful statues. :)

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  7. I love the photos of this temple,especially the famous fish with the young passenger!

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    1. Thank you Dyanna! I'm glad you liked the images! :)

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  8. Lovely captures!
    Could I suggest that you change your blog name Melody's MINDFUL Musings? There is nothing "mindless" about it :-)

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    1. Awww....thanks! :) You made my day with your suggestion. The current name is something I came up with quickly without thinking of how this blog could evolve to something more than just an update for family. Lately I've considered changing things up around here with all the transitions happening, but it's all about finding that one blog name/address. Oh the pressure! :)

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