Wong Tai Sin Temple
黄大仙祠
Hong Kong's most popular Taoist temple, famed for 'granting every wish.' Drawing fortune sticks and having them interpreted are part of everyday local life.
The Sik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Sin Temple, built in 1921, is dedicated to Wong Tai Sin (Red Pine Immortal, Chi Song Tsi), and is one of Hong Kong's most famous temples. It blends Confucian, Buddhist and Taoist traditions. The main hall has red pillars and a gold roof. Other highlights include the Three Sages Hall, Chung Sum Garden and the Nine Dragons Wall. After drawing a fortune stick, you can take it to the nearby stalls for interpretation. Entry is free, although some areas, such as Chung Sum Garden, charge a small fee. On Lunar New Year's Eve, the first incense ceremony draws huge crowds. Take exit B2 from Wong Tai Sin MTR station on the Kwun Tong Line. It can be combined with a visit to Chi Lien Nunnery.
Opening hours
07:00–16:30
Nearby sights
- Kowloon Walled City Park
- Chi Lin Nunnery & Nan Lian Garden
- Lion Rock
- Choi Hung Estate
- Kai Tak Sports Park
- Kowloon Peak
- Mong Kok
- Mei Ho House