Sights and attractions, experience 10,000 Buddhas Monastery in Hong Kong

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2691 1067
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www.10kbuddhas.org
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Perched on Po Fook Hill about 500m northwest of Sha Tin KCR East Rail station, this quirky temple is well worth a visit. Built in the 1950s, the complex actually contains more than 10,000 Buddhas - some 12,800 miniature statues line the walls of the main temple. Dozens of life-sized golden statues of Buddha's followers flank the steep steps leading to the monastery complex.

There are several temples and pavilions split over two levels as well as a nine-storey pagoda that can be climbed.

For sustenance the complex also has a vegetarian restaurant. Be aware the temple may close if it's raining heavily.

To reach the monastery, take exit B at Sha Tin KCR station and walk down the ramp, passing a series of traditional houses at Pai Tau village on the left. Take the left onto Pai Tau St, and turn right onto Sheung Wo Che St. At the end of this road, a series of signs in English will direct you to the left along a concrete path and through bamboo groves to the first of some 400 steps leading up to the monastery. An alternative route down is to take the path from the lower level. This will take you back down to the houses at Pai Tau Village by the rail station.

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At first, I was somewhat confused, as there is a cemetary (or creamation temple grounds) right next door. Surprisingly, it was easier to venture up there than the 10000 Buddha Monestary. FOLLOW THE SIGNS, and if you can't find them (they are quite small), ask. It is quite a hike up a massive hill for about 10-20 minutes of poking around. Got there early in the morning... it was also raining... lets just say, go when it's not raining and hot and humid outside. Just to get up, it will take about 10-15mins, faster if you're in shape, slower if you are out of shape. There are some spectacular statues, and if you look at each one, you'll notice they are all different (and numbered). The temple was under maintainence when I was there, so I couldn't see everything. It's worth the trekk up the hill, as there are the statues, a great view up top, and the chance to learn about the Buddhist/Asian culture.

This is listed as a suggested place to visit in every guide book and on every website but while there were many people worshipping there I felt that it was rather cheap feeling. The climb can be exhausting, especially when it's warm out, so if you are dead-set on going leave early as the monastery opens at 9am. There are many other more interesting and accessible temples and monasteries throughout the greater Hong Kong area that are more likely to be enjoyable.