Visited the temple today and was surprised with the museum located just behind the temple. Initially entered the temple area first to have a look, and a nice lady explained that I could visit the museum for a deeper understanding of the temple’s story. Very interesting and so informative. I spent quite sometime inside the museum to understand the history of this temple and how it is related to the development of Kuala Lumpur. From the birth of Kuala Lumpur, the involvement of Yah Ah Loy and how he built the foundation of KL and the transformation of the city across so many years. Stayed until the museum was almost closed! 😂 So I missed the opportunity to go back to the temple and see it in person. Will do it the next time I drop by the area again!

If I’m not mistaken, this is one of the oldest temples in Malaysia. Inside the temple was pretty smoky from the burnt incense sticks, however it’s very well-ventilated. This place is historical and is worth a visit.

The Sin Sze Si Ya Temple is a Chinese temple built by Kapitan Cina Yap Ah Loy, who was a chinese official and fought on the winning side of the Klang War of 1867–1874. Another example of the great diversity in the area of so many different faiths and cultures blending together. Great to walk inside and see the yin and yang. The temple was built to honour the patron deities, Sin Sze Ya and Si Sze Ya, to whom Yap Ah Loy attributed his success. The temple is fairly typical of Chinese temples with a prayer and offering tables, lots of incense and statues of various deities. The place is definitely more for worship and as a tourist attraction, so I wouldn’t go out of the way to visit unless your near the Chinatown area.

Historical toaist chinese temple which has been around since Kapitan Yap Ah Loy's days. Place would be inundated by visitors before the winter solistice festival and near to CNY for prayers. The temple is well run and has a numbering system now to manage the long queues. The queue is essentially for the sifus to advise what prayers are recommended and to write the prayer sheets. Observed the limited number of sifus to be a persistent challenge for the temple. The service team led by a sikh lady and 2 guys are very helpful in advising on what to do. Have been doing this for quite a few years now and still find them needed to get the right prayer sequence done. Recommended for non believers to visit such a historical site.

Very peaceful temple with its original old bones. There are a couple of benches right outside the main entrance if you’d like to sit a while to enjoy the peace.

I enjoy the vibe of the old temple (founded by Yap Ah Loy in 1864), it has a great ancient charm.

Loved the tranquility inside the temple. Loved the historical architecture. It is located right opposite the famous Lai Fong kopitiam along Jalan Tun HS Lee but the temple is off this big road; in Lebuh Pudu. You wont miss it if you stand in front if Lai Fong. The entrance is slim but rich in carvings and colors. Sin Sze Si Ya Temple was built by Kapitan Yap Ah Loy in 1864. Next to it is a museum for further knowledge.

Located just across the street from Petaling Street Market, the temple boasts a history of well over one and a quarter century, and was founded by one of the forefathers of Kuala Lumpur city. The exterior of the temple hardly looks majestic or grand, but the atmosphere and setting inside it is amazing. Incense burning is incessant, the many vents and openings in the ceiling prevents the smoke from lingering around too long and only a haze-like shroud remains - leading to a rather surreal experience when sunlight pierces through. The temple mainly worships the deities "Sin Sze Si Ya" which sort of roughly translates to the Immortal four masters/officers. It also has 2 adjacent smaller halls attributed to the deity Guan Yin and Tai Sui. The decors,carvings on pillars, ornaments in the temple really evokes a sort of passage of time and is testament to the old history of the building.

A nice quiet temple with elaborate aesthetics of gold and red at the entrance. Quietly hidden away from the chaos of the city whilst being located close to the main attractions like central market and petaling.

(Translated by Google) A hundred years of history and culture still maintained Free admission Instagram: nicholefan.photography (Original) 百年历史文化 至今仍然保持着 免费入场 Instagram: nicholefan.photography

It's an old Chinese temple. It's located in the Chinatown of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Tourists are allowed to visit and roam around. The closing time of this temple is 4:30 pm.

I come to visit the temple in a special time CNY, Sin Sze Si Ye temple is just near by China Town, walking in hundereds meter can reach, it is close to LRT Station too, so convinient They have a instruction for praying outside with a maps guide, so easily to know how many stick and the person we worship and pray too, it is very useful.

Must come early. Even i come monday afternoon working hour also long queue. 犯太岁 拜太岁 tai sui can be done here .

This Temple is a Chinese temple built by Kapitan Cina Yap Ah Loy. It was pretty quiet when I visited here. I came because I saw it on the list of places to visit as a tourist. It's not a place to be in particular. but you should see it when you come to china town or petaling street. However, check the opening-closing times.

Such a beautiful, quiet and well maintained space. The staff are friendly and helpful. They explained the deities, what to do and the prices of the jossticks. Worth dropping by even if you're not a worshipper to pay your respects and admire the history and beauty of the space.

A small but beautiful temple tucked and hidden between shops in the Lebuh Pudu area. I had not known the temple existing because it is so well hidden. The gate is very unassuming and only after entering, one can see the temple inside. It's a small temple, and quite humble looking. I won't consider this as a tourist attraction, and more for local people to go for prayer. So, probably not needed to get out of the way to come visit this place, unless one is here in the vicinity.

Lovely temple not very far from the main market street in walking distance. There are statues and sculptures and traditional things to admire. See some pictures:

Sin Sze Si Ya Temple KL The first Chinese Kapitan of KL, built this temple in 1883 to honour Sze Si Ya and Sin Si Ya, two of his commanders who helped him when he fought alongside Tengku Kudin during the Selangor Civil War. Some of the artefacts displayed are weapons belonging to Sze and Sin, an old bell and a sedan chair that was used for processions. On the eve and first day of Chinese New Year, some devotees crawl under the table in front of the main altar to get blessings for personal safety.

A beautiful temple not only a historical site but it carries a very relevant element in Kuala Lumpur's history. A deity in honor is the late Kapitan Yap Ah Loy, founder of Kuala Lumpur city. 23rd July 2022, I just filed a lost card call to UOB. I had been searching for my wallet twice with me emptying my luggage bag contents but to no avail. The moment I finished my call, I reached the gate of Sin Sze SI Ya Temple. My very first time, so I prayed to all altars. I came back to my room and emptied my luggage again, my wallet popped out. Believe it or not?

Temple management very helpful when I approached them for information regarding the temple but the security guard is very rude. Should learn how to talk to tourists.

Waited for few hours to 压太岁. The Waiting is not really pleasant but this temple is old enough for visitors to visit!

Had a blissful experience. I would suggest every one to visit sin sze si ya temple once where you will be able to pray peacefully and understand asian culture too . Quote - Be kind and Respect eachother. To reach here you can take LRT Train get down in PASAR seni and it is very near to central market..

Very well established temple with long record of years. I can always correspond with my divine God from this tempke

Beautiful old temple, small in size but overflowing with atmosphere. A very short walk from the Central Market, don't miss it.

Just go and check it out when you’re in the Chinatown area. This temple has a lot of history, charm and character.

Beautiful temple with gorgeous natural light within. The management was very eager to teach me about each deity. It also smelled heavenly.

talk Cantonese mostly. service good and alot of old people there. nice place to visit.

A hidden gem - beautiful temple. Also great museum next door!

Was refused entry, no reason given.

Too many ppl

Nobody pickup calls.. may need to try ur luck to visit physically.

It's taoism temple with so many interesting detail. Went here for photography purpose, doesn't disappoint.

One of the heritage site to visit. The temple strategically located at stone throw away from Chinatown. It's one of the popular site for traditional Chinese to visit during the 1st and 15th day of the lunar calendar to pray for good luck.

Nice, worth having a look at if you're in the area, wouldn't travel there specifically though

Blessed for years ago until now.

Been coming here for years

Was closed without any information. The approach is very congested.

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pretty little chinese temple in downtown KL. you can pass by it without even noticing, but it looks lovely :)

Oldest temple in KL. Well preserved and my favorite place for photo taking especially during CNY.

A start on a site with blessed by believe

Hidden away from the bustling busy street. For those who seek instant peaceful minds

The oldest Taoist temple in Kuala Lumpur built by Kapitan Cina Yap Ah Loy in 1864. This temple is dedicated to two factual personalities which assisted KC Yap Ah Loy during the Selangor Civil War in 1867. Located in a cramped quarter between two roads (with entry and exits on both sides) Jalan Hang Kasturi and Jalan Tun HS Lee . Person with disabilities might find it a challenge getting inside this place. Pay parking is available at the streetside. #RP

A very ancient nostalgic Chinese temple. Very friendly and helpful staffs that will assist on your needs.

This temple was founded by Kapitan Yap Ah Loy in the 18th century. Is famous among the tourist and locals. It is surrounded by modern building in Kuala Lumpur city. Across the road is the famous Petaling Street or Malaysia's Chinatown.

Whenever I am in Central Market or Petaling Street, I will drop by this temple. Supposed to be the oldest temple in this country. Lovely architecture.

One of the most oldest temples in Kuala Lumpur! Spectacular building architecture!

the place is of course historical, but the on site staff and managing committee could have done more to make it welcoming for tourists to learn the history of Kuala Lumpur.

(Translated by Google) Great place .... the view is amazing (Original) Tempat yang bagus....viewnya luar biasa

(Translated by Google) like very much (Original) 很喜欢

I went in there to take some pictures. Friendly people. It's just a bit small. But still a beautiful temple with easy access.

Feed the 🐯 to ward off bad lucks

Most photographed temple in KL city

Beautiful old temple and wonderful to visit

(Translated by Google) Chinese place of worship in Malaysia (Original) Tempat ibadah orang2 china di malaysia

An absolute Must see! One of my personal highlights in Kuala Lumpur. Free of charge entrance, open 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.! The oldest taoist temple in Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown very close to the historical Art Deco style Central Market building. The temple was founded in 1864 by Kapitan Yap Ah Loy and dedicated to 2 patron deities, Sin Sze Ya and Si Sze Ya, who are said to have helped him through the Selangor civil war from 1870 – 1873 to defend the town of Kuala Lumpur. The temple as it is today has been completed in 1883. When we were there, the temple had been relatively quiet. However, we were the only non-Asian visitors, and we were under the impression all others were devotess, not tourists. It is amazing how much bustling life is in this temple. People preparing candles, joss sticks, incense, money paper and all of this for the devotees. Fruit and many other donations lay around all over the place. There is so much worship, Chinese students coming here to pray for good luck within their exams from the god of education. There is also fortune-telling going on here for 1 RM. The temple consists of a main prayer hall and two side halls.

(Translated by Google) Buddhist temple in the middle of the city .. (Original) Kuil buddha ditengah bandar..

A famous place in KL to beat the "small people"

(Translated by Google) Temple that we can go to even on our way. Not only full of locals, but also tourists. (Original) Temple yang boleh kita singgahi saat jalan2 sekalipun. Ga hanya penuh dengan lokal, tetapi juga turis.

(Translated by Google) Siye Temple must come to visit~ (Original) 四爺廟 一定要來參觀~

Helpful and friendly staffs plus the cultural significance of this temple to Kuala Lumpur. A not to missed place if you're into the history of this beautiful city!

(Translated by Google) Beautiful ancient temple (Original) 很美的古庙

Very old traditional Chinese temple. Serene & amazing interior for prayers.

The oldest taoism temple in kl where you can feel the presence of spiritual energy

Very unique architecture. This temple more than 100 year old.

Beautiful temple with plenty of devotees. A very good place for prayers.

Beautiful Taoist temple that's also the oldest in KL. I love the enthusiasm and devotion there.

I like this place as it is within reach to Chinatown too so we can pray at a Clean environment, service-friendly place of worship and pricewise of paraphernalias are reasonably priced

Peaceful traditional Chinese temple, but the staff here was so rude and unfriendly

Beautiful and worth visiting

If not for its historical attributes, this temple would have been brought down by its workers. Please be nice to visitors!

KL iconic Taoist place of worship.

Clean

(Translated by Google) Went early but didn't have the patience to wait for the number (Original) 很早去到，但是没耐心等号码

(Translated by Google) There is a fairy (Original) 一種感覺 有仙人

(Translated by Google) You can not miss it (Original) No t'ho pots perdre

(Translated by Google) Go again today on February 16, 2020, and finally have the signing. (Original) 2020年2月16日的今天再去，终于有了签运。

Came here randomly for sip tai sui with friends.

Old temple

A hidden historical piece of landmark in the heart of KL. One will not realize/know of this very old Chinese temple if not being told of it's exact location. Hidden in between shops and the busy KL city streets, this temple is famous amongst the Chinese community, especially to the older generation. Do walk in and pray and appreciate the temple's beauty.

Traditional Chinese Temple

Temple

First time here, it's old and well organised temple.

Good to pray

Very nice old school temple

(Translated by Google) The place is small because in a crowded place / city (Original) Tempatnya kecil krn di tempat yg padat /kota

(Translated by Google) Come here to worship Tai Sui in the new year, thank you for your blessing! (Original) 新年來這裡拜太歲，感謝保佑！

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