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Che Kung Temple

Introducing Che Kung Temple (from Hong Kong Tourism Board & official website)
This Che Kung Temple located in the Tai Wai area of Sha Tin honours Che Kung, a military commander of the Southern Song dynasty (1127–1279) whose advantageous power for suppressing uprisings and plagues made him a household name. In popular folklore, it's said that Che Kung escorted the Song dynasty's last emperor on his escape to Sai Kung in what is now called the New Territories. His achievements led to him eventually becoming revered as a god. The original Che Kung Temple was built here around 300 years ago in a desperate move to stop an epidemic that was spreading across the Sha Tin area. According to legend, the epidemic began to subside on the day construction was completed.

Che Kung Temple Fast Facts
• Chinese Name: Che Gong Miao 车公庙
• Best Time to Visit: All year around 
• Recommended Visiting Hours: 2-3 hours
• Things to Do: Photography, Taoism, History
• Opening Hours: 08:00-18:00
• Entrance Fee: Free
• Address: Che Kung Miu Road, Shatin, New Territories, Hong Kong

What to expect at Che Kung Temple

Architectural Setting
The structure we see today was erected in 1993 to accommodate the increasing number of worshippers during Che Kung’s festival, which happens on the second day of the Chinese New Year. A giant statue of Che Kung can be found at the altar in the main worship hall, while the main altar is also flanked by a huge drum and bell. Next to this is a fan-bladed wheel of fortune, which, the faithful believe, will bring good luck when spun three times. Fortune tellers often gather to ply their trade at the left of the entrance.

Che Kung Festival
There are four Che Kung Festivals each year. They fall on the 2nd day of the first lunar month, the 27th day of the third lunar month, the 6th day of the sixth lunar month and the 16th day of the eighth lunar month. The busiest time is the 2nd day of the first lunar month when people crowd the temple to worship Che Kung, turn the fan-bladed wheel of fortune and beat the drum to ensure good luck in the coming year.

How to get to Che Kung Temple
• Take MTR Tuen Mar Line (Phase 1) to Che Kung Temple.
• Take New Territories Green Minibus (GMB) 803, 804, 812, 68K to Che Kung Temple.
• Rent a car/bus from GGC to enjoy a hassle free private transfer from hotels in Hong Kong to Che Kung Temple.

Additional travel advice on Che Kung Temple
• Please dress appropriately. Don’t wear shorts and slippers.
• Hold your lighted joss sticks up and avoid injury to others
• Each visitor is allowed to take three joss sticks to the main worship hall.

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