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Situated on the bank of Ho Chung River, Che Kung Temple is said to have a history of over 400 years and is the oldest one of the 2 Che Kung temples in Hong Kong. It was rated Grade 1 historic building in 2009. The other Che Kung temple is located at Che Kung Miu Road in Sha Tin.

Che Kung Temple at Ho Chung is dedicated to Che Kung (General Che) who was said to be a great general in the Southern Song Dynasty (1127 - 1279) and was honoured by the emperor for his great merits in suppressing a rebellion in the southern part of China. Legend has it that Che Kung protected Emperor Zhao Bing when the latter fled to the south before the fall of the Southern Song Dynasty. People began to worship Che Kung after his death for his loyalty and bravery.

Transport

To plan your journey to Che Kung Temple at Ho Chung, visit the "HKeMobility" website (https://www.hkemobility.gov.hk) or mobile application developed by the Transport Department, insert your starting point and "Ho Chung Public Toilet" as the destination to search for routes of different transportation mode. Alternatively, you may click the “Journey” button in the Google Map below.

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