Hong Kong Fun in 18 Districts - Tin Hau Temple, Shau Kei Wan

Tin Hau Temple, Shau Kei Wan at Shau Kei Wan Main Street East was built in 1873. The Temple is a 2-hall layout with a courtyard in between. The main hall houses Tin Hau.

Tin Hau, also known as “Matsu”, was said to be a native in Fujian Province called Lam Mak Leung during the Song Dynasty (960 - 1279). According to legend, she had gifted power and saved many people from sea disasters. The seafarers therefore worship Tin Hau and regard her as their patron saint.

Tin Hau Temple, Shau Kei Wan was rated Grade 2 historic building in 2010.

Transport

To plan your journey to Tin Hau Temple, Shau Kei Wan, visit the "HKeMobility" website (https://www.hkemobility.gov.hk) or mobile application developed by the Transport Department, insert your starting point and "53 Shau Kei Wan Main Street East" as the destination to search for routes of different transportation mode. Alternatively, you may click the “Journey” button in the Google Map below.

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