Tsz Shan Monastery

This is a Buddhist monastery built by Mr. Li Ka-shing in Tai Po with an investment of 2.6 billion over more than ten years. It is a rather special place in Hong Kong, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, nestled against the mountains and surrounded by the sea, with a tranquil environment. Upon arriving, one can't help but relax. The most famous feature is the 76-meter-tall white Guanyin statue, cast in bronze alloy, which is the second tallest giant pure white Guanyin statue in the world. Even without entering the park, it can be seen from a distance. The most special aspect is that there are no incense offerings here, but instead, wooden bowls are used for water offerings in an environmentally friendly way to worship Buddha, which also has a strong sense of ritual. Inside, there is a Buddhist art museum. The first floor houses Buddhist statues and relics from various places (photography is allowed). Before entering, there is a short video about the origin of Buddhism that lasts about three minutes. The second floor contains consecrated treasures and a scripture repository (no photography is allowed, only worship). Opening hours: 10:00-13:00 14:00-17:00 Sutra Copying Hall I didn't go in because I arrived a bit late~ Opening hours: 10:00-12:30 13:30-16:30 You can reserve 45 minutes for sutra copying~ Regarding reservations: Limited to 400 visitors per day, remember to book in advance. It is recommended to spend 2-3 hours visiting, and you can bring a bottle 🫙 as there is drinking water available. Vegetarian buns 🍞 are distributed at noon at 12 o'clock. Coffee ☕ is available at one-thirty in the afternoon. 📍Temple address: 88 Universal Gate Road, Tai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong 🚇 Take bus 20B from Tai Po Market MTR station to the foot of Tsz Shan Monastery, about a 10-minute walk (or take the direct 20T bus, but there are not many services). 🚇 Take a green taxi 🚕 directly from Tai Po Market station.

If you would love to know more about the history and art of buddhism, this is a really beautiful place that you must visit. There is a musuem in there that you will find amazing antiques and artifacts (there are 2 zones - photography free and no photography zones) Additional remarks: - Pre-booking. There is a strict limit on the amount of tourists per day. Booking must be made in advance through their website, first come first serve. - Transportation. Not within walking distance from MTR. Bus/taxi/uber is needed, so some “homework” needs to be done prior to your visit. - Location and time. As the location is not exactly near any other tourist spots, it’s not recommended for those who have a tight schedule. #Hongkong #hkthroughmyeyes #travelwithtripcom @trip @hongkongairport

I finally visited the long-awaited Tsz Shan Monastery, a temple filled with garden-like ambiance located at Ting Kok in Tai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong. Covering an area of 4.7 hectares, it can accommodate more than 2,000 devotees and was built with an investment of 1.5 billion by Mr. Li Ka-shing. The monastery features the world's second tallest outdoor statue of Guanyin. Unlike other temples, incense burning is not allowed when worshipping Guanyin here; instead, water is offered. The monastery's construction materials include African-imported rosewood, and the lotus-shaped canopies above the three large Buddha statues in the main hall are gilded with 24K gold. The roof is made with Japanese-fired silver tiles to ensure a uniform color. After the tour, we copied scriptures for about 40 minutes. It was very quiet, and this rare sense of tranquility was healing.

#visithongkong Looking to find your zen in Hong Kong? Book a visit to the Tsz Shan Monastery. This serene temple is a hidden gem, tucked away in the mountains with stunning panoramic views, thousands of year-old Buddhist artefacts, and a peaceful atmosphere. Here are 4 things you need to know before your own visit! 🍃 How to get there: Take the MTR to Tai Po Market Station or Tai Wo Station, then take a New Territories taxt. Cost should be around $70 HKD. 🍃 Tsz Shan Monastery welcomes all visitors and registrations are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis. You can book an individual registration (1-6 persons) or a group registration (20-60 persons). 🍃 Dress appropriately: As a place of workship, there is a dress code that visitors are expected to follow – wear comfortable and modest clothing that covers your shoulders and knees. You might also want to bring a hat or umbrella for shade...it gets quite sunny! 🍃 Don’t expect incense sticks! Instead Tsz Shan Monastery features a water offering – an eco-friendly alternative to burning incense sticks and making offerings fo fruit.