黃大仙祠
Wong Tai Sin Temple
"A sprawling Taoist temple complex famous for 'Kau Cim'—a form of fortune telling using bamboo sticks."
Logistics
Free
Vibe
Active and bustling
Duration
1 hour
Best For
Cultural immersion
The Backstory
Dedicated to a legendary monk who achieved immortality, it is the most popular temple for locals seeking medical advice or career fortunes.
Local Secret
"Even if you don't speak Cantonese, you can pay a small fee to have your bamboo stick's number interpreted by an English-speaking fortune teller in the adjacent arcade."