Thean Hou Temple is one of the largest and oldest Buddhist temples in Southeast Asia. Located along Jalan Klang Lama on the southwest side of Kuala Lumpur city, and just a short drive from Bukit Bintang, the temple remains one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city.

The Thean Hou Temple is a six-tiered temple of the Chinese sea goddess Mazu located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It is located on 1.67 acres of land atop Robson Heights on Lorong Bellamy, overlooking Jalan Syed Putra. It was completed in 1987 and officially opened in 1989.

The shrine is located on the top floor of the Thean Hou Temple. It enshrines the three deities, the main worship of the Goddess Mazu, and the deputy worship of Goddess of Mercy (Guanyin) and Goddess of Shui Wei.

Who is Shui Wei Sheng Niang?

Shui Wei Sheng Niang (Chinese: 水尾圣娘; pinyin: Shuǐ wěi shèng niáng; Thai: เจ้าแม่ท้ายน้ำ, จุ้ยบ้วยเนี้ย) is a Hainan goddess that is worshiped by the Hainanese around the world, especially those who live on waterfront areas. She is often worshipped with Mazu and 108 Xiongdi Gong.

Who is Mazu?

Mazu is a prominent sea goddess in Chinese folk religion, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism. Also known as Matsu or A-Ma, she is revered as the protector of seafarers and is celebrated for her kindness and benevolence. In 2009, UNESCO recognized Mazu worship as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, highlighting its deep integration into the lives of coastal Chinese communities.

Address: 65, Persiaran Endah, Taman Persiaran Desa, 50460 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

Opened: 1987

Deity: Mazu; Guanyin; Shui Wei Sheng Niang

Function: Temple

Phone: 03-2274 7088

Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 8 pm

Date established: 1981