This shrine, in the form of a junk,
symbolizes the Chinese diaspora, whose ancestors typically emigrated by
boat. It commemorates the long and challenging journeys undertaken by
Chinese emigrants, who typically rely on
Mazu
(fig.),
the Chinese sea goddess, for protection.
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Lui Im Yi Vegetarian Temple |
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