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Thean Hou Temple

65, Persiaran Endah, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
03-22747088
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Ranked #18 of 104 attractions in Kuala Lumpur
Type: Religious Sites
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: 1-2 hours
Owner description: This ornate Chinese temple dedicated to the Queen of Heaven, Thean Hou, protectorate of people who make their living from the sea. The temple borrows... more » Owner description: This ornate Chinese temple dedicated to the Queen of Heaven, Thean Hou, protectorate of people who make their living from the sea. The temple borrows from Buddhist, Taoist and Confucian traditions. Some visitors believe the panoramic views of KL alone make the trip up the hill worthwhile. « less
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Kuala Lumpur
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

its a spacious place.. very calm and serene and beautiful place for weddings... went there on 2008 and love the place becoz of the memories it held... wouldnt mind going there just for picture experiments to see wat it would really like from a professional photographer point of view

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

This temple is definitely worth visiting (especially since it is free), but don't believe your guide book when it says it is within walking distance. The temple is up a long steep hill and is quite a walk from anything else. I took a taxi to the temple, but couldn't find one when I left, so I had to walk.... More

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Tehran
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

It was very beautiful. Don't miss it. We got there by walking and it was pleasant. You can take great photos.

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Kuala Lumpur
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Beautiful, quiet and serene. A big temple in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. Highly recommended if you have some time to spend in KL.

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

The temple is south of the city and quite hard to get to by train (would involve a lot of walking) so we took a taxi (about 25-35 ringgets) If you use a taxi be careful that you arrange for him to wait or else prepare yourself for a long walk. A lot of people hire taxis for a day... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

a bit further from the city noise, a very peaceful place, one of the best temple you will find in Kuala Lumpur

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

I went to this temple as I expected a genuine Chinese temple. Instead I found a beautiful building with the atmosphere of a deserted theme park! There were giant animal statues on the outside and a souvenir trinket store underneath. My local family explained that it was more like a town hall, where concerts were put on. Entering the actual... More

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Sydney, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

If you visit Batu Cave, this will be a nice stopover It is big and spacious. Nice and quiet. Not many visitors around when I went there.

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Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

Thean Hou Temple is situated on the top of a hill overlooking KL's city center. The Temple is overwhelming in its size. The construction appears recent as opposed to many other Temples in Malaysia. So, while there might not be the history here that you see at other Temples, the buildings and adjacent gardens were clean and well kept. The... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

Just pass through its near chinatown cool and calm. love the place just some few shot about only. Its not hard to find. just few steps from Shiramedan.

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