Thean Hou Temple
Thean Hou Temple is a prominent six-tiered Chinese temple located on Robson Heights in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia, overlooking. Dedicated to the Chinese sea goddess Mazu, also known as Thean Hou or the Heavenly Queen, the temple serves as a significant place of worship for the Hainanese community and attracts both devotees and tourists. It was constructed between 1981 and 1987 at a cost of approximately RM7 million and officially opened in 1989.
The temple is a syncretic structure that blends elements of Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism, reflecting the diverse spiritual traditions of the Chinese community. Its grand architecture features imposing red pillars symbolizing prosperity, intricate dragon carvings, ornate pagoda-shaped roofs, and elaborate decorative details.
The main prayer hall on the fourth level houses three altars dedicated to the three principal deities: Mazu, the Goddess of Mercy (Guanyin), and the Goddess of the Waterfront (Shui Wei Sheng Niang).
The temple complex also...
The National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall 國立中正紀念堂
The most prominent historical landmark in Taiwan, the CKS Memorial Hall was erected in honor and memory of Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek, the former President of the Republic of China, and was opened in 1980 as part of a national park and gathering area.
The name of the square is officially Liberty Square (自由廣場), as seen above the front gate, however the name change was politically motivated and most people in practice still refer to the entire complex as Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall.
The octagon-shaped white building rises 76 meters and is covered with blue tiles and red accents, echoing the flag of the Republic of China. The eight sides represent the Chinese cultural symbolism of the number eight which is traditionally associated with fortune and wealth. The two sets of 89 steps represent Chiang's age of death and lead up to main hall housing a large bronze statue of Chiang protected by military personnel which change hourly....
The Chinese Professional Baseball League (CPBL) stands as Taiwan’s premier professional baseball circuit. It was established on October 23, 1989, following a campaign led by Brother Hotel chairman Hung Teng-sheng, with the inaugural season launching in 1990 featuring four teams: the Brother Elephants, Mercuries Tigers, Uni-President Lions, and Wei Chuan Dragons. The league’s first game saw the Lions defeat the Elephants 4-3 before a packed crowd at the old Taipei Municipal Baseball Stadium.
Over the years, the CPBL expanded and faced challenges, including competition from the Taiwan Major League (TML) in the late 1990s, which it eventually absorbed in 2003. Today, with six teams, it thrives as a beloved national pastime blending intense competition, passionate fan culture, and community engagement, drawing strong attendance especially in modern venues.
The Fubon Guardians and Rakuten Monkeys are two competitive franchises with distinct legacies in the CPBL. The Guardians trace their roots ...
The Taiwan Provincial City God Temple, situated in Taipei’s Zhongzheng District, serves as a prominent Taoist shrine dedicated to the City God (Chenghuang), the revered deity who acts as the divine guardian of the city, enforcer of justice, and protector of the people’s spiritual and moral well-being.
Originally established after Taiwan’s retrocession as a provincial-level temple to honor this important figure, it features grand traditional architecture with intricate carvings, vibrant murals, ornate statues, and richly decorated halls that blend Minnan stylistic elements with symbolic motifs of protection, prosperity, and enlightenment.
The main altar enshrines the City God alongside other deities including various Buddhas, Guanyin, Guan Yu, and the City God’s wife, creating a multifaceted spiritual space where worshippers come to pray for guidance, justice, and blessings while reflecting on moral living.
The temple regularly comes alive during its signature parades and processions, most ...
