深水埗天后廟

Tin Hau Temple, Sham Shui Po: A Grade III Historic Building on Yee Kuk Street

Sham Shui Po is usually associated with computer malls and food, but Yee Kuk Street also holds a Tin Hau Temple. It was built in 1901 (the 27th year of the Guangxu reign) with funds raised by local fishermen who worshipped Tin Hau for good weather and safe seas. Once facing the harbour, the temple is now surrounded by buildings, making it an unusually quiet spot in the urban area.

Tin Hau, also called Mazu and said to be Lin Moniang of Song-dynasty Fujian, is a guardian deity for those who make a living from the sea. The temple was rated a Grade III historic building in 2010.

For planning, you can set 182 Yee Kuk Street as the destination on the Transport Department's HKeMobility site; check opening arrangements and hours before you go.

Editor’s noteIf you want a historic stop amid the bustle of Sham Shui Po, this is worth adding to your list; confirm opening details before you go.

This guide draws on public sources and does not claim a first-hand visit. Reviews and arrangements may change.