Lo Bang Temple
Ching Lin Terrace, Kennedy Town, Hong Kong, China
Description:
Lo Bang Temple is named after the patron saint of builders and carpenters from China. Lo Bang was a famous Chinese carpenter who lived between 440-507 BC. The temple is located in the city of Kennedy, Hong Kong. The temple was built in 1884 with donations from people.
The temple has 2 halls, which are richly decorated with paintings and frescoes. There are many murals, stucco, clay and ceramic sculptures. The temple has a carved ornament inside.
On either side of the main entrance are engravings of Chinese poems that celebrate Luo Bang’s contribution to Chinese architecture. Various styles of calligraphy were used for engraving. On the back wall of the temple are paintings that reflect Chinese culture.
In 2006, this historic building was declared an architectural monument.