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Lian Hua Hill San Ching Temple
美里蓮花山三清殿
Miri City
Lian Hua San Ching Tien Taoist Temple - Located in the Krokop suburbs of Miri is South East Asia's largest Taoist temple was opened in 2000 and is cared for by Taoist priests.
San Ching Tian: Opened in 2000, this is one of the largest Taoist temples in
South East Asia, cared for by Buddhist monks. It draws many Taoist devotees to
Miri. Located in Krokop, it is only a five minutes’ drive from the city centre.
Lian Hua San Ching Tien Miri Taoist Temple is the biggest of its kind in
Southeast Asia. Since it was established, it has attracted many Taoists to Miri.
Located at Krokop Lorong 9, it is a mere 15 minutes drive from the city centre.
This unique building showcases Chinese religious architecture and design.
It houses three massive statues depicting Taoist deities. Built similar in style
and shape to ancient temples from in Mainland China, this structure makes the
perfect backdrop for a souvenir picture.
Visitors to the temple will leave for home with some understanding about the
Taoist philosophy from the monks staying in two buildings adjacent to the
temple. Te temple also functions as a research and study centre for those
interested in learning more about Taoism.
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