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Guan Di Temple

Once of the most impressive Chinese temples in Kuala Lumpur is the Guan Di Temple, a beautiful Taoist temple. Tourists that visit Chinatown can easily walk to Jalan Tun H. S. Lee, a small street parallel to the busy Petaling Street. Upon entering you will experience many locals praying and worshipping Guan Di.

This syncretic temple with elements of traditional architectural techniques and authentic traditional design featuring imposing pillars, spectacular roofs red color as a main color and intricate embellishments.The front entrance of the temple features a gateway with red pillars, the colour symbolic of prosperity and good fortune.

Statues of guardian lions have traditionally stood in front of temples and were believed to have powerful mythic protective benefits. They are also used in other artistic contexts, for example on door-knockers.

Facade of  Guan Di Temple
Type Of Statues Of Guardian Lion
Chinese Lion in China
Chinese Guardian Lion
Exterior Chinese Guardian Lion
Golden Dragon Pillar

Chinese guardian lions or Imperial guardian lion

The Chinese dragon is the highest-ranking animal in the Chinese animal hierarchy, strongly associated at one time with the emperor and hence power and majesty, still recognized and revered. Chinese folks in the olden days believe that the presence of the mighty, majestic and magnificent dragon in the home bestows the magical energy of this celestial creature, bringing courage, creativity and capabilities that spell success for residents and temples. 

Chinese Dragon 

 

Door god 

A door god is a Chinese decoration placed on each side of an entry to a temple. which is believed to keep evil spirits from entering.The door gods usually come in pairs, facing each other; it is considered bad luck to place the figures back-to-back. There are several different forms of door gods. The most frequently used are Qin Shubao and Yuchi Jingde

Chinese lanterns are considered to be the earliest of all portable lighting devices. They are used today for celebrations and holidays. Once believed to ward off evil spirits, they uphold centuries old traditions and symbolize both China's past and emerging future

Chinese Lanterns

Lawrence 

Kent 

Teck Meng

Jun Hong & JiaLeong

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