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Thean Hou Temple

4.6

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Based on ~16,236 reviews

THE VERDICT

“A six-tiered hilltop temple to the sea goddess Mazu — thousands of red lanterns and a panoramic deck over the city.”

Opened 1987; spectacular during Chinese New Year and Mid-Autumn. Modest dress appreciated.

WHAT TO SEE & DO

What to see & do

Six-tiered hilltop temple

Thousands of red lanterns

Panoramic city views

LOCATION

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