Western Monastery

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  • Address
    Lo Wai Rd, Tsuen Wan
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  • Phone
    2411 5111
  • Transport
    bus: green minibus 81

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Lonely Planet review

A short distance down from the Yuen Yuen Institute, the Buddhist Western Monastery offers a sharp contrast to what's going on up the hill. This is a tranquil complex in which to pass the time, observing points of interest both architectural and spiritual. After being greeted by a Bodhisattva statue in the entrance, the main building lies behind, styled as a classical Chinese palace.

This comprises of the Hall of Maitreya and the Great Buddha's Hall above it. Further behind is a another two storey building where, depending on what time of day you visit, you may witness scores of monks chanting mantras. This building is topped by a spectacular nine-storey pagoda.