Hong Kong Man Mo Temple in Sheung Wan, on Hong Kong island.
The Man Mo Temple is in Sheung Wan, on Hong Kong island.
It is a picturesque tribute to the God of Literature (Man) and the God of War (Mo), both of whom were worshipped by ambitious students looking to succeed in the civil examinations of Imperial China.
Built in 1847, this remains the largest Man Mo temple in Hong Kong.
It is a picturesque tribute to the God of Literature (Man) and the God of War (Mo), both of whom were worshipped by ambitious students looking to succeed in the civil examinations of Imperial China.
Built in 1847, this remains the largest Man Mo temple in Hong Kong.
Photography Tips
Photographers are explicitely authorized in this part of the temple as long as they don't bother the whorshipers.
Incense coils (aka spirals) burning inside the temple are very picturesque.
Incense coils (aka spirals) burning inside the temple are very picturesque.
Travel Information
The temple is in the middle of the city, so you can come by foot or taxi, and there are bus and metro stops not far.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
A decent amount of people
Best Timing
Daytime
Sunrise & Sunset
06:38 - 17:40
| current local time: 17:11
Photo Themes
faith
incense
indoor
Religion
Temple
worship
Locations
Asia
Hong Kong City
Hong Kong Island
HK
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