Photos of the Cheng Hoon Teng temple. Click on any of the thumbnails to see the full size image.
Front altars
Roof Decoration
Main Hall
Opera stage
At more than 350 years old, Cheng Hoon Teng temple is the oldest in Malaysia. The temple was founded in 1646 by Li Kup, who fled China when the Manchus ended the Ming dynasty. Most of the materials used in the temple's construction were bought from China.
As with any popular Chinese temple, the air is thick with the smoke of many joss sticks. Inside the main building are three alters for the three teachings: Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism. Behind the main hall is a 'hall of honor' where you can also see a picture of the temple's founder.
Across the street from the temple is a large stage used for performances of Chinese opera and other dramas.
The temple is located on Tokong Street - the 'Street of Harmony' - in Melaka's Chinatown. There's no fee to enter the temple.