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Tow Boo Kong Temple

#summervacay Tow Boo Kong Temple, Butterworth, Penang, also known as the Nine Emperor Gods Temple (Tow Boo Kong Temple) in Penang , this Taoist temple in Butterworth is one of the most prominent and largest in Malaysia. Located at the northern end of Jalan Raja Uda, it becomes a major hub of activity during the annual Nine Emperor Gods Festival. The temple began as a small hut with a thatched roof in 1971. In 1974, land was purchased and a modest temple was built. Later, in 1986, more land was acquired for expansion. #travel #couplestrip
Posted: Jun 5, 2025
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