Snake Temple

Jalan Tokong Ular, Kawasan Perindustrian Bayan Lepas, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia

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Introduction

The Fu Xing Palace, also known as the Snake Temple or Green Dragon Temple, is a Taoist temple with a history of over 100 years. It is located 14 kilometers south of Penang and is only 3.2 kilometers away from the Bayan Lepas Airport. The main gate is engraved with the words "Qing Yun Yan" and houses the statue of the Qing Shui Patriarch. Legend has it that in the 19th century, a monk from China brought a statue of the Qing Shui Patriarch, whose miraculous powers cured the illnesses of the local people. As a result, the temple became known as the Snake Temple because during the Buddhist birth period around the 19th century, some green snakes invaded the temple, stole offerings, and reproduced. Although these green snakes are venomous, they remain motionless during the day and only come out at night. Due to long-term exposure to incense, the snakes have lost their ability to survive in the wild and rely on humans for food. The Snake Temple is a famous tourist attraction in Malaysia, attracting visitors all year round, and is also one of Malaysia's top ten attractions. However, in recent years, the number of snakes has decreased, reducing its visibility. Most of the snakes for viewing are kept in cages, and there are also some large pythons for tourists to take photos with. Despite the hundreds of years of history of the temple, there has never been an incident of a person being bitten by a snake. However, visitors should be careful not to touch the snakes randomly to avoid accidents.

Address

Jalan Tokong Ular, Kawasan Perindustrian Bayan Lepas, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia

Opening hours

9:00-17:00

Transportation

You can choose to take bus route 401E from Jalan Ria Station near Guandada Building to Bayan Lepas Station, and then walk to your destination.

Website http://www.malaysiasite.nl/snaketempleng.htm