Explore Mumbai's Historic Chinese Temple This Lunar New Year

Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is a time of renewal, prosperity, and good fortune.

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This year, the auspicious festival is observed on Tuesday, February 17. On this special day, visit this 105-year-old Chinese temple which is situated in Mazgaon, Mumbai.

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Kwan Kung Temple is a two-storey temple house which was built over a century ago is dedicated to the God of War, Justice, and Wrath, Kuan Kung, and the Goddess of Mercy, Guan Yin.

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The red-coloured temple has a decorative style with lanterns and murals of deities.

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The red colour is believed to symbolise happiness, luck, and prosperity in Chinese culture. The temple's interior also features scriptures on the walls, written in Chinese calligraphy and Xingshu.

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The temple also practices a common Chinese ritual to seek divine wisdom or luck, in which spiritual seekers and visitors can draw cards or use a stick (Kau Chim) to receive guidance and insights into their future.

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The temple is a must-visit site especially during Chinese New Year and the Moon Festival, but offers a unique vibe year-round.

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The temple offers tranquility and a unique experience for visitors seeking blessings and prosperity.

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