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Trip Planner:   Malaysia  /  Sabah  /  Sandakan Division  /  Sandakan  /  Puu Jih Shih Buddhist Temple

Puu Jih Shih Buddhist Temple, Sandakan

4.3
#2 of 6 in Historic Sites in Sandakan
Religious Site · Hidden Gem · Tourist Spot
On a hilltop overlooking the town and its harbor, Puu Jih Shih Buddhist Temple is the largest Chinese temple in the area. If you wish to learn about the history and significance of this shrine, sign up for a guided tour of the city--visits to the temple are usually included in most day trips. Make Puu Jih Shih Buddhist Temple a part of your Sandakan vacation plans using our Sandakan day trip planner.
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Puu Jih Shih Buddhist Temple reviews

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4.5
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  • By THW893
    This Temple located on a Hill that commands a good view of the Tanah Merah part - along Jalan Leila - of the other side of the Sandakan town.  more »
  • By HappyHammer69
    This is a very colourful temple with spectacular views down to the port, the ocean and back towards the centre of KK. There is a second temple next door and a third under construction all of which...  more »
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  • By Kelvin Webb
    Lovely calm place to take a while to come and rest away from the city. Ornate chinese temple with intricate dragons coiled around the many pillars. It's only RM8 in a grab. Great views from up here too
  • By akoh black
    This where you can best view of Sandakan and very quiet place. And this Temple you can learn about the Buddhist prayer. Come and visit here to feel it by yourself
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