Man Mo Temple
Pak Ngan Heung, Mui Wo, Lantau Island
Located in Pak Ngan Heung, Mui Wo, Man Mo Temple is believed to have been built during the Wanli period of the Ming dynasty (1573–1620) and is the oldest temple in Mui Wo and one of the oldest Man Mo temples in Hong Kong. The temple is dedicated to two principal deities: Emperor Wenchang and Lord Guan. Emperor Wenchang presides over learning and examinations and is regarded as a symbol of knowledge and filial piety; Lord Guan is renowned for embodying “wisdom, faith, benevolence, righteousness, and courage,” symbolising valour and loyalty.
Transportation options
From other parts of Lantau Island 🡪 Mui Wo (New Lantau Bus)
Route No. 1
From Tai O to Mui Wo, alight at the Mui Wo Ferry Pier Bus Terminus
(approximately a 45-minute ride)
Route No. 2
From Ngong Ping to Mui Wo, alight at the Mui Wo Ferry Pier Bus Terminus
(approximately a 45-minute ride)
Route No. 3M
From Tung Chung to Mui Wo, alight at the Mui Wo Ferry Pier Bus Terminus
(approximately a 43-minute ride)
Route No. 4
From Tong Fuk to Mui Wo, alight at the Mui Wo Ferry Pier Bus Terminus
(approximately a 25-minute ride)
From Central 🡪 Mui Wo (Sun Ferry)
Sun Ferry
From Central Pier No. 6 to Mui Wo, disembark at the Mui Wo Ferry Pier
(Journey time: approximately 50 to 55 minutes for ordinary ferries and 35 to 40 minutes for fast ferries)
If you are planning to visit the Man Mo Temple (Mui Wo), you may refer to the Transport Department’s “ HKeMobility ” and the Lands Department’s “ Geoinfo Map ”, or click the Amap and Google Maps links below.
Sources and relevant webpages
Leisure and Cultural Services Department - Intangible Cultural Heritage Office
