Kiong Hee Huat Tsai!
In line of the celebration of the Lunar New Year, we're going to take you to one of Cebu’s famous tourist attraction, the Taoist Temple, for us to learn some of their traditions.
The Taoist Temple is located in a residential area called Beverly Hills and the residents are mostly Chinese but there are also Cebuano’s in the neighborhood. Unlike any other temple, the Taoist Temple is open to anyone who wishes to visit the place.
Our legs are ready to take a tour on the holy place of worship. Non-worshippers may also offer prayers and wishes by using incense sticks. Don’t worry, instructions are posted before entering the sacred place so, you won’t really get wrong with it. There are also gardens, fish ponds, an old bell and small temples in the vicinity. An overlooking view of the city awaits you on the highest resting area.
At the right side of the temple, there is a huge dragon sculpture presents as a welcome architecture to every tourist. It makes you feel like you’re in Mainland China for a day and experience walking The Great Wall. Around the place, you can see the other structured dragons that seem to guard the place tirelessly. These dragons are believed to be protectors of the temple.
Remember, this is a place of worship so, shorts and sleeveless clothes are definitely not allowed especially in the temple’s altar. Silence must be observed anywhere. Many Chinese are coming here to worship and meditate. Some come here to have some alone time and reflect on their lives.
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