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Kwong Siew Association
This
Association was established in 1886 by migrants from Guangdong Province in China,
mainly from the prefectures Kwong Foo and Siew Foo, hence the name Kwong Siew.
The Association building was constructed in 1888 by artisans from China and
restored in 1995. It incorporates a Taoist temple dedicated to the Chinese deity
Kwan Ti (God of War and Literature). Two stone lions guard the entrance to this
colourful building. The fish on the entrance gate represent abundance. At the
lobby, the altar on the right is to Man Cheung (God of Examinations and Fate),
and on the left, to the God for the Elderly. In the main hall at the rear, the
central altar is devoted to Kwan Ti. He is flanked on the right by Thai Swe
(Guardian of the Year) and Kuan Yin (Goddess of Mercy). The left altar is to
Choi Sen (God of Wealth) and the Tiger God. Worshippers bring offerings of flowers
and oranges, and light joss sticks or incense for the gods.
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