Hok Lay Kiong Pagoda

Hok Lay Kiong Pagoda

Hok Lay Kiong pagoda is one of the oldest temple in Calcutta. No one knows for sure when exactly the temple at Jalan Kenari, Margahayu, was built, but is expected this temple had stood since 300-400 years ago. Not unlike most pagoda, here red still dominates the building and all ornaments.

Although it has been renovated several times, but some parts of the pagoda measuring 650 square meters is still the original such as doors, statues of gods, and the altar's pole. In addition to being a place of prayer for the people of Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism, this temple also became one of the sights in Bekasi frequently visited.

On the main altar stands a statue of Lord Hok Lay Kiong, not far from the altar, there are still some other gods such as the statue of Kwan Im. Goddess of love has become a place of prayer for the people who want brought near his soul mate. To smooth sustenance, people will pray before a statue of Lord Tjay Sen Loya.

If you want to enjoy a different atmosphere with the other, try to come during Chinese New Year celebration. At that time, usually performed a purification ceremony and carnival lion gods. There are also ritual Sow Damn, where do pelarungan paper contains Bekasi River and hope to release the turtle.