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Hung Hom Kun Yam Temple was established in
1873. This means it has 140 years history. It is said that when Hung
Hom was bombed in the war, most constructions / houses nearby were burnt
but the Kun Yam Temple was still in good condition and had not been
damaged.
The temple is facing Kun Yam Street. This photo is taken from Kun Yam Street. The temple has a symmetrical design.
It is unexpected that at the back of the temple, it was a hill long time ago. (this photo is 'borrowed' from the internet)
An important festival to Hung Hom Kun Yam Temple is the 26th day of the first lunar month, on that day there are too many followers and policemen have to control the order.
There is a clinic serving the general public.
In my experience, this Kun Yam Temple is one of the most crowded temples and the most crowded Kun Yam Temple in Hong Kong. There are a lot of followers inside the temple, this cannot be noticed from outside.
Some souvenirs are on sale inside the temple.
There are several shops selling joss stick and candles, and one vegetarian restaurant on the right of the above photo.
It
is not expected that there are so many followers to Hung Hom Kun Yam
Temple. It is very crowded inside the temple on a normal weekday,
without any special festival. If you want to experience the same and the
admire the construction of an old temple, you should remember to visit
Hung Hom Kun Yam Temple when you pass by Hung Hom next time.
