Hung Shing Temple, Kau Sai Chau, Sai Kung 西貢滘西洲洪聖古廟

Hung Shing Temple is located near Kau Sai Village. It was erected in 1889. Its name comes from a Tang Dynasty government official who promoted the study of astronomy and geography and established an observatory to monitor meteorological changes. An imperial edict then bestowed on him the posthumous title of 'Kwong Lee Hung Shing Tai Wong' (廣利洪聖大王). Legend has it that Hung Shing has continued to guard the populace against natural disasters. The temple has been renovated several times due to fire, but also as a result of deterioration from harsh weather.
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