Gyanyin-Kek Lok Si Temple, Penang, Malaysia
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Ianatlarge
N 05° 23.850 E 100° 16.338
47N E 640963 N 596750
A large statue of the loving goddess Gyanyin.
Waymark Code: WMZJZR
Location: Malaysia
Date Posted: 11/21/2018
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Gyanyin is revered in eastern Asia as a protective, kind and caring female figure, both by Buddhists, who perceive her to be an enlightened one—a bodhisattva, and by Hindus, who perceive her to be a Hindu deity. While Guanyin is revered by all, it has been my experience that she enjoys a larger role in the devotions of women than men. Pregnant women, older women, and women generally in need, turn to Guanyin for aid and assistance—the "Goddess of Mercy".
This is a sprawling temple complex located atop a hill overlooking Georgetown, 8 kilometres to the east. The temple is worth a visit. It is a popular tourist destination for the isand. There are two levels, to reach the upper a cable car ride (or a good set of legs) is required. The view from the top is worth the trouble, as is an inspection of the large Buddhist statues present.
Guanyin stands alone, in her own enclosure, gazing down protectively upon the good people of Georgetown. The statue is a pale white in colour and approximately 5 metres tall. Impressive.
Associated Religion(s): Buddhism
Statue Location: Kek Lok Si Temple
Entrance Fee: 0
Artist: Unknown
Website: [Web Link]
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Visit Instructions:
Take a picture of the statue. A waymarker and/or GPSr is not required to be in the image but it doesn't hurt.