Kuil Shree Muniswarar
Shree Muniswarar Temple is a famous Hindu shrine at the junction of Jalan Utama, Jalan Kebun Bunga and Jalan Gottlieb in Penang. It was founded in 1853, and is one of the many Hindu shrines and temples all along the former Waterfall Road (now Jalan Kebun Bunga). It was established by the Indians who were mostly coolies who worked as water porters and sedan chair carriers.
Today, Shree Muniswarar Temple is most famous for blessing newly purchased cars. It attracts a constant stream of car owners, including many Chinese and non Hindus, to have their cars blessed by the temple priest.
Getting there
The Shree Muniswarar Temple has to be reached by car. To get there, turn left into Jalan Sungai Kelian at Hill Side. Then turn left again at Jalan Bunga Pudar. Go along Jalan Bunga Pudar until you see the junction of Jalan Puncak Bukit Mutiara on your right. Follow Jalan Puncak Bukit Mutiara until the end, and you will arrive at the Tua Pek Kong Temple.
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Shree Muniswarar Temple (30 November 2008)
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Shree Muniswarar Temple
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