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Kwang Taew Hermitage Tayo

Lantau, Tai O, Kat Hing Back Street

Kwantay Temple is situated in Taio on Lantau Island. This historical building of Class 2 was constructed during the Ming Dynasty under Emperor Hongzhi and later reconstructed in 1741. The temple comprises two halls and one roofed courtyard. During Kwantay festival, solemn events take place here. Its architecture features "kuilun" plasterwork, painted friezes and carved decorations. Roof peaks are adorned with symbolic phoenixes and ao ye figures.

Kwang Taew Hermitage Tayo — Lantau