Kuching
Tua Pek Kong Temple, or temple of the god of prosperity, officially known as
Siew San Teng, is the oldest Chinese Temple in Sarawak.
Claimed
to be the oldest building in Kuching, the temple is located at the busy junction
of Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman and Jalan Padungan, it’s also one of the most
famous mentioned tourist destination in Sarawak.
The
temple has been in existence at the site since 1770. However, it was built
around 1800 but the official temple land title was issued later in 29 August
1871 by Charles Brooke, the white Raja.
In the beginning, it was a small and
simple hut temple. However, the first renovation occurred in 1856, subsequently
it was upgraded to ceramic tiles roofing and partial cement sand brick wall in
1863. Another major repair was carried out in 1965.
The
management of the temple before the Japanese occupation was revolved between Chinese
community leaders through casting of lots to assist the required periodic
ceremonial and religious occasions. However, after the Second World War, the
temple was managed by five Chinese Associations from respective major dialects
in Kuching.
Officially, the temple was transferred to Kuching Chinese
Community Charitable Board in 1951 and not until 1st October 2003
the Board formally took over the full management. The major operating surplus
is henceforth donated to finance various social projects and Chinese School.
Situated prominently near the Waterfront, the Tua Pek Kong
Temple in Kuching plays an important role in the lives of the local Chinese
community.
The most notable festivals held annually are: the birthday
of Tua Pek Kong, the birthday of Tua Pek Kong’s tiger which he rides on, the
Hungry Ghost Festival and the Ascension Day of Tua Pek Kong.
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