Kun Iam Temple, Macau

Name: Kun Iam Temple
Address: Avenida do Coronel Mesquita, Macau, China

#45 among attractions in Macau

Temple, Buddhist architecture

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Facts and practical information

The Kun Iam Temple is a temple in Nossa Senhora de Fátima, Macau, China. It is one of the three largest and richest Buddhist temples in Macau and its more official name is "Pou Chai Sim Un". It is regarded as one of the oldest temples in Macau and was founded in the 13th century to venerate Kun Iam, the Chinese representation of Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Mercy. ()

Local name: 普濟禪院 Completed: 1627 (397 years ago)Coordinates: 22°12'15"N, 113°33'0"E

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Avenida do Coronel Mesquita墓拉士 (mu la shi)Macau China

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Day trips

Kun Iam Temple – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Guia Fortress, Canidrome, Red market, Sun Yat Sen Memorial House.

0.5 miS
Lighthouse, Historical place
Guia Fortress, Macau
14 min walk • Perched atop the highest point on the Macau Peninsula, the Guia Fortress is a historical military fort, chapel, and lighthouse complex that serves as a testament to Macau's rich cultural heritage. Constructed in the 17th century, the fortress was intended to defend...
0.4 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Dog track
Canidrome, Macau
11 min walk • The Canidrome of Macau, once a bustling greyhound racing stadium, was the only dog racing track in Asia before its closure in 2018. Situated in the vibrant city of Macau, China, this sport venue held a significant place in the local entertainment and gambling scene for...
~1740 ftW
Shopping, Farmer's market, Fish market
Red market, Macau
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Macau, the Red Market stands as a bustling testament to the city's vibrant daily life and rich cultural tapestry. A mecca for food enthusiasts and locals alike, this three-story market building, with its distinctive red brick facade, has been a...
~1640 ftS
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Sun Yat Sen Memorial House, Macau
8 min walk • Nestled within the historic streets of Macau, the Sun Yat Sen Memorial House stands as a tribute to the revered Chinese revolutionary and founding father, Dr. Sun Yat-sen. This museum, once the residence of a friend and supporter of Dr.
~1530 ftS
Park
Flora Garden, Macau
8 min walk • The Flora Garden is a flower garden in São Lázaro, Macau. The garden is located at the foothill of Guia Hill. It is Macau's largest public park.
~1730 ftE
Museum, Specialty museum
Communications Museum, Macau
9 min walk • The Communications Museum is a museum in Nossa Senhora de Fátima, Macau, China.
~1540 ftSW
Relaxed Chinese-style garden
Lou Lim Ieoc Garden, Macau
8 min walk • Lou Lim Ieoc Garden is a garden in São Lázaro, Macau, China. The garden was built in 1906 by local merchant Lou Kau as part of his residence, and its design follows the well-known Suzhou Gardens. It turned over to the Macau government in 1974 as a public park, which is popular with local inhabitants.
~1770 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum
Macau Tea Culture House, Macau
9 min walk • The Macao Tea Culture House is a museum about tea in São Lázaro, Macau, China.
~1480 ftNW
Forts and castles
Mong-Há Fort, Macau
8 min walk • Mong-Há Fort is a fort on Mong-Há Hill, Nossa Senhora de Fátima, Macau, China. The fort is part of a greater military reservation - the Bairro Militar de Mong-Há, which included the Quartel de Mong-Há. The Bairro Militar is bound by the Rua Francisco Xavier Pereira and the Colina de Mong-Há.
0.6 miNW
Church
Our Lady of Fátima Church Macau, Macau
16 min walk • The Our Lady of Fátima Church Macau is a church in Nossa Senhora de Fátima, Macau, China.
0.6 miSW
Church
St. Joseph the Worker Church, Macau
15 min walk • The St. Joseph the Worker Church is a church in Macau, China; It is part of the freguesia of Our Lady of Fatima, in the district Iao Hon. Begun in 1998, it was completed in 1999.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kun Iam Temple?

Nearby attractions include Montanha Russa Park, Macau (5 min walk), Macau Mosque and Cemetery, Macau (8 min walk), Mong-Há Fort, Macau (8 min walk), Flora Garden, Macau (8 min walk).

How to get to Kun Iam Temple by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kun Iam Temple:

Bus

觀音堂 Templo Kun Iam • Lines: 12, 17, 18, 18B, 23, 28C (1 min walk)
愉景花園 Sunny View Garden • Lines: 22, 25, 25B, 56, 5X (2 min walk)

Train

Zhuhai (27 min walk)