Fujian Assembly Hall (Hoi Quan Phuc Kien)
Historic Building in Hoi An
The Fujian Assembly Hall, constructed in 1692 rebuilt in 1759, is one of the five renowned Assembly Halls in Hoi An. Originally established as a social gathering place for the Chinese community from Fujian, China, it later transformed into a temple dedicated to Thien Hau, the sea goddess revered for her protection of sailors. According to local lore, the Chinese community in Hoi An decided to erect a temple in honor of a statue of the goddess that was discovered on Hoi An Beach in 1697. Today, standing prominently at 46 Tran Phu Street, the Fukien Assembly Hall is perhaps the most distinguished of the town’s five Assembly Halls.
Visitors to the Fujian Assembly Hall are greeted by its strikingly ornate gate and a vibrant courtyard adorned with fountains, making the site exceptionally picturesque. The main hall, the largest room within the hall, houses a shrine adorned with intricately carved dragons. Behind the central altar, the space is dedicated to the God of Prosperity and features figures of the goddess of fertility, three fairies, and twelve midwives, who are believed to impart essential skills to newborns like sucking and smiling. As a result, many childless couples visit the temple to pray for offspring.
The temple not only venerates Goddess Thien Hau but also celebrates the beauty and influence of other deities revered by the Fujian people, as evidenced by various murals, lacquered boards, and paintings throughout the hall. The array of statues, bronze drums, bronze bells, and horizontal lacquered boards inscribed with Chinese characters enriches the temple’s ambiance, reflecting the Chinese philosophy of happiness. Beyond its architectural and spiritual significance, the Fukien Assembly Hall also serves as a vibrant center for celebrating Chinese festivals, attracting visitors from across Vietnam and beyond.
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Visiting Fujian Assembly Hall (Hoi Quan Phuc Kien)
08.00AM – 05.00 PM
Free
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