Kun lam Temple in Macau

Kun lam Temple

Kun Iam Temple is the most impressive and magnificent of the three most famous temples of Macau. Having a history dating back as early as 1632 in the Ming Dynasty. It is also known as the site of the first Sino-American treaty which was signed in 1844.

Main Attractions of Kun Lam Temple

Kun Iam Temple has three main shrines, which It consists of one Hall of Sakyamuni, one Buddha of Longevity Hall and one Kun Iam Hall with several small shrines around these three main halls.

The Hall of Sakyamuni is dedicated with three gilded statues. The statue of Sakyamuni sits in the middle. A bronze bell, over 300 years old, hangs beside the hall. In the Longevity Hall, serene and mild, this statue is a symbol of Buddha’s purpose: to deliver all living creatures from torment. Kun Iam Hall is the most important hall there. Kun Iam, arrayed in embroidered silk and in crown, is flanked by the Eighteen Buddhas. At the back of Kun Iam Temple are terraced gardens. The first Sino-American treaty Wong Ha Treaty was signed on one of the stone desks here. Besides, many calligraphic masterpieces and cultural relics are brought together in Kun Iam Temple.

How to get to Kun lam Temple

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If you want to get out of the traffic and hassle of navigation, you can book a private tour package that includes visiting, dining and transfer from us. Our local guide and driver will escort you to the Kun lam Temple and most convenient way and take care of all the details. You just have to focus on the visiting.

Independent Traveler

Take bus 12, 17, 18B, 18, 23, or 28C to Kun Iam Temple.

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Edited by Winnie/张赢