Hong Kung Temple

Macau

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There's some debate over the identity of Hong Kung – whose statue is seen in the main hall of this peaceful and surprisingly magnificent 200-year-old temple. He's been said to be Li Lie, a Han-dynasty general; Zhang Xun, a Tang dynasty general; and Kang Baoyi, a Song dynasty general, among other brave and patriotic men. On his left is a sea god and on his right, a martyr who drowned to death.

The boat-shaped sculpture in the hall was created in the Qing dynasty and is used to offer wine to the deities during festivities.

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