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  • By dabuwan on March 8, 2003
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    There are also a few altars inside the Khoo Khongsi.
    Again, they are amazingly decorated and there are always some offerings left by the devotees.
    The amount of different lamps hanging around the Khoo Khongsi is impressive.

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  • By yipsufen on October 3, 2007
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  • Directions: nestled amongst the little streets in town.. the entrance is just off lebuh cannon.. near the malay mosque..

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  • Updated By cs_zee on October 9, 2007
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    Khoo Kongsi is one of the grandest clan temple in the country. Clustered in its square are an elaborately embellished temple, association building, a traditional theatre as well as serveral 19th century row houses.

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  • Directions: Daily Opening Hours 9:00am to 5:00pm Admission Fee : Adult | Rm 5
  • Website: www.khookongsi.com.my

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    Khoo Kongsi (Khoo clan temple): Khoo Kongsi (Clan House)
  • By Carino on March 14, 2008
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    A Kongsi is a clan house of Chinese Families with the same last name. It is partly a temple, partly a hall of fame and partly a meeting place for that clan.

    The Khoo clan has the nicest Kongsi by far and attracts many visitors from all over the world. It is very interesting to see such a place as a western guy, as we lack such places. Imagine to have a place built by your ancestors showing the life of your extended family, where they have studied, what companies they have built up and to see the family tree.

    Especially the little temple is a beautiful place to visit.

    The whole kongsi was built in 1835, but has not been finished until around 1900.

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  • Directions: nestled amongst the little streets in town.. the entrance is just off lebuh cannon.. near the malay mosque..

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    Khoo Kongsi (Khoo clan temple): Khoo Kongsi _ Laughing Buddha
  • By Audrey118 on August 1, 2003
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    A large laughing buddha sits out at the entrance to greet u

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  • By Audrey118 on July 18, 2003
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    A place to put their ancestors tablet for worshipping

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  • Updated By Audrey118 on August 1, 2003
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    Also photos of past and present Trustee of the clan

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    Khoo Kongsi (Khoo clan temple): The building to kinship
  • Updated By aberacadabra on November 8, 2007
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    Being few in number during the early colonial period between the late 18th century to the early 20th century, the various chinese "dialects" from their respective chinese provinces saw the need for a common place of congregation and for the veneration of their deities and ancestors in a foreign land. In addition, there arose a need for temporary accommodation for their newly arrived kinsmen. Hence, the clan houses were built. Over the subsequent decades as a number of clan members grew wealthy in the Straits Settlement (the British colonies of Penang, Malacca and Singapore), the aging clan houses were renovated. The classical designs mirrored the new found wealth of the Straits Chinese.

    Khoo Kongsi is the clan house of the Khoo clan. It was recently restored to its past glory.

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  • Directions: nestled amongst the little streets in town.. the entrance is just off lebuh cannon.. near the malay mosque..

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    Khoo Kongsi (Khoo clan temple): A Jewel of Penang
  • Updated By travelpug on November 13, 2007
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    I am ashamed that I had never visited this marvelous temple on my countless visits to Penang before! Finally, on my most recent visit, I paid a visit to this beautiful and well preserved building. Strongly recommend this to everyone who visits Penang. If you appreciate culture and architecture, this is the place the you must NOT miss in Penang.

    There is a small museum on the lower level of the temple. It is better to visit the museum before you go up to the main temple. There are history of the temple and story of the Khoo clan to educate visitors.

    Entrance ticket of only RM5 for adult is a steal!!!!

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    Khoo Kongsi (Khoo clan temple): It's all about the details
  • By travelpug on November 13, 2007
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    I think what makes this small temple so unique is the details. All carefully carved by artisans and painted in gold colour. You have to look up and really appreciate the fine decorations on the ceiling too. Definitely worth a visit!

    Interesting to read from the museum that the style of this temple is not pure chinese. It has colonial influence too.

    Entrance fee: RM5 (inclusive of a postcard)

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