The most worthwhile place to visit in Hong Kong | Tsz Shan Monastery
This is a Buddhist monastery built by Mr. Li Ka-shing in Tai Po with an investment of 2.6 billion over more than ten years. It is a rather special place in Hong Kong, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, nestled against the mountains and surrounded by the sea, with a tranquil environment. Upon arriving, one can't help but relax.
The most famous feature is the 76-meter-tall white Guanyin statue, cast in bronze alloy, which is the second tallest giant pure white Guanyin statue in the world. Even without entering the park, it can be seen from a distance.
The most special aspect is that there are no incense offerings here, but instead, wooden bowls are used for water offerings in an environmentally friendly way to worship Buddha, which also has a strong sense of ritual.
Inside, there is a Buddhist art museum.
The first floor houses Buddhist statues and relics from various places (photography is allowed). Before entering, there is a short video about the origin of Buddhism that lasts about three minutes.
The second floor contains consecrated treasures and a scripture repository (no photography is allowed, only worship).
Opening hours: 10:00-13:00 14:00-17:00
Sutra Copying Hall
I didn't go in because I arrived a bit late~
Opening hours: 10:00-12:30 13:30-16:30
You can reserve 45 minutes for sutra copying~
Regarding reservations:
Limited to 400 visitors per day, remember to book in advance.
It is recommended to spend 2-3 hours visiting, and you can bring a bottle 🫙 as there is drinking water available.
Vegetarian buns 🍞 are distributed at noon at 12 o'clock.
Coffee ☕ is available at one-thirty in the afternoon.
📍Temple address: 88 Universal Gate Road, Tai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong
🚇 Take bus 20B from Tai Po Market MTR station to the foot of Tsz Shan Monastery, about a 10-minute walk (or take the direct 20T bus, but there are not many services).
🚇 Take a green taxi 🚕 directly from Tai Po Market station.
I was there last month..the place is so peaceful and quiet... the landscaping is beautiful too...I want to visit there again
Tsz Shan Monastery is a large Buddhist temple located in Tung Tsz, Tai Po District, Hong Kong. Within the monastery, there is a 76-meter tall bronze-cast white Guan Yin statue. Behind Tsz Shan Monastery is Pat Sin Leng and to its front, the Plover Cove Reservoir. The Monastery spans around 500,000 square feet.
The monastery's exquisite wooden architecture gracefully nestled at the base of lush green mountains captivated us from the moment we arrived. The serene atmosphere instantly transported our minds to a place of tranquility and peace.❤️❤️❤️
it was a really really nice day remember to book in advance for almost 2 months to get in there have a café which sells good drinks without money, but it’s good to always pay little
It's a nice place to see the Great Buddha! If the weather is nice, you can also overlook the scenery of Hong Kong from the top of the mountain! There is also a museum with many Buddha statues. There are also Japanese Buddha statues inside! You need to make a reservation, so don't forget to make a reservation before you go! !!
This morning, you can transfer to Tai Po Railway Station to transfer to Tai Po Railway Station. It is easy to visit. Since it is arrived in the morning, there are not many students, and it feels far from the city when visiting. There is a museum in Cishan Temple, which provides paper and pen to students to copy scriptures. If time permits, you may wish to write scriptures and take away memories.
Tsui Shan Temple is really a place of spiritual people, the environment is quiet, and the surrounding scenery is beautiful. In terms of transportation, you can transfer to Tai Po Market Station, take a minibus or bus, or take a taxi for about HK$70 to HK$80. If you want to visit Tsui Shan Temple, you must make an appointment online in advance!
From the beginning of stepping into the "no two ways", put the trouble outside the temple, the environment is beautiful and quiet, copying the heart can wash the soul, the exhibits in the museum are precious, the guides to the exhibits are like a number of treasures, increase knowledge, the viewing of the audio-visual life, is to pity the world, Pudu all beings.