Introduction to sai gon
Ong Bac Pagoda (teo Chew temple)
This small temple was built just after World War II by the Fukien Chinese. It is dedicated to Ong Bon, the god who is believed to be a Guardian of Happiness and Virtue. Its front door is adorned with rather fierce looking armed warriors. Long coils of sweet smelling incense are always left burning in the corners of the pagoda.
Ong Bon is also the god of wealth, which is why so devotees bring fake paper currency to burn in the pagoda's furnace as an offering to him. This ritual is believed to be very auspicious and participating in it is said to bring financial blessings to the individual and his/her family.
Location: 264 DL Hai Thuong Lan Ong, District 5
