Faith seekers must not miss this! Take a look at the “Tai Hong Kong White Jade Shrine,” a new prayer landmark in the heart of Sathorn. Its magnificent architecture looks as if you've been transported to China. Here are its history and super easy directions!
Right now, if you ask about the hottest new spot for merit-making and faith-based visits in Bangkok, it has to be the Tai Hong Kong White Jade Shrine, commemorating the 72nd birthday anniversary. It is located on Charoen Rat Road in Sathorn District and officially opened to the public for worship on 25 May 2026. Earlier, on 20 May 2026, His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen graciously presided over the official opening of this shrine building.
According to Time Out Bangkok and information from the Poh Teck Tung Foundation, this shrine is built in the ancient Southern Chinese Teochew architectural style, blending exquisite Chinese imperial artistry. It is so stunning that it feels like stepping right into China. It is perfect for those who love photographing beautiful architecture and for devotees seeking blessings for good fortune.
Looking back historically, this more than 4-rai plot of land is not ordinary; it is historic land over 120 years old. Originally, in 1899, this area was the public cemetery of Wat Don, which overseas Chinese collectively purchased as a burial site for the deceased regardless of race, religion, or social class. This marked the beginning of“the culture of giving.”It later became the origin of the Poh Teck Tung Foundation.
Originally, his name was“Leng Ngak.”He was born into the Lim family during the Song Dynasty, a high-ranking scholar-official who served as a district magistrate. At age 54, he resigned to become a Buddhist monk, receiving the title“Tai Hong”(meaning “Great Mountain Peak”). In his later years, he traveled to Teochew district, where he aided people suffering from disasters such as floods, epidemics, and droughts. He also collected and buried unclaimed bodies and provided food and medicine to the poor, earning lasting reverence among the Chinese community to this day.
Upon entering the shrine, the first thing that catches the eye is the grand building and key highlights not to be missed:
Inside is a large replica statue of Luang Pu Tai Hong carved from“white jade,”one of the largest in Thailand, along with Bodhisattvas and important Chinese deities totaling eight figures, allowing devotees to pay respects and pray for blessings with a full heart.
At the entrance are a pair of large stone lions. The female lion is positioned on the south side, playing with a ball, symbolizing abundance and compassionate grace. The special feature here is that these stone lions have not undergone the traditional Chinese eye-dotting ceremony. According to ancient belief, once their eyes are dotted, the lions might roam at night and not guard the shrine as they should.
Importantly, the Poh Teck Tung Foundation also provides incense, silver and gold paper offerings, and Luang Pu Tai Hong’s talisman (Red Hu) free of charge to devotees, so all you need is a sincere heart to experience the blessings.
Traveling to Tai Hong Kong Shrine in Sathorn is very convenient. You can choose the method that best suits you.
For those seeking a new merit-making landmark with a beautiful, serene modern Chinese atmosphere and wishing to experience the shrine’s spiritual power, pin this location and dress stylishly to come receive blessings.
Photo: Tourism News Page, TAT