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Kek Lok Si Temple

#summervacay Kek Lok Si Temple which is nestled on a hillside in Air Itam, Penang, is Malaysia’s largest Buddhist temple and a major pilgrimage site renowned for its architectural grandeur and spiritual atmosphere. Founded in 1890–1891 by Abbot Beow Lean, it represents a harmonious blend of Chinese, Thai, and Burmese styles—evident in its layered pagoda and pavilion layouts . #couplestrip #travel
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