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Jade Emperor Pagoda
Sight4.7 · 1 9963.8 · 1 201≈ 45 minFree entry2.9 km from the center
An extraordinarily atmospheric Taoist-Buddhist sanctuary built in 1909 by the Cantonese community in District 1. Dedicated to the supreme Jade Emperor Ngoc Hoang, the temple is shrouded in dense fragrant clouds of hanging spiral incense. Elaborate Cantonese wood carvings and fearsome papier-mâché guardian figures adorn the altars, while a courtyard pond filled with turtles gives the site its nickname, the Tortoise Pagoda.
Highlights
- Atmospheric chambers filled with coils of fragrant incense smoke
- Intricate Cantonese wood carvings and papier-mâché guardian statues
- Sanctuary dedicated to the supreme Taoist Jade Emperor
- Tortoise pond in the peaceful shaded front courtyard
Opening hours
| Mon | 07:00 – 18:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 07:00 – 18:00 |
| Wed | 07:00 – 18:00 |
| Thu | 07:00 – 18:00 |
| Fri | 07:00 – 18:00 |
| Sat | 07:00 – 18:00 |
| Sun | 07:00 – 18:00 |
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Hùng Kings Temple
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13 min walk · 1.1 km
4.4
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