BUDDHIST TEMPLE

A short distance away in Brinchang is the beautiful Sam Poh Chinese Buddhist temple. It’s free to visit – including going inside. The attendant watching the door was very friendly, although he did not speak a lick of English. He gave each of my friends a little book about Buddhism, and showed us around – including where and how to place and light the incense sticks (a batch of 12 cost 3RM [84 cents]). Don’t quote me on this, but I believe you light three sticks at a time for each prayer stand. Then you are supposed to bow three times, toward each corner. It was hard to understand, because I don’t speak Chinese. All I know is, I’m glad I visited this colorful, peaceful temple.