Puu Jih Shih Temple

Puu Jih Shih Temple | Sabah | Sandakan

Puu Jih Shih Temple: A hilltop Buddhist temple in Sandakan offering stunning views and large golden statues.

Location & Origin

Located on a hilltop in Sandakan, Sabah, this temple was built in 1987 facing the Sulu Sea.

Architectural Highlights

It features bright red pillars, sweeping dragon motifs, and golden Buddhas overlooking panoramic views.

Cultural Significance

It is a key Mahayana Buddhist temple in Sabah with deep cultural and spiritual meaning.

Visitor Experience

Tourists are drawn by its scenic view, colorful architecture, and peaceful setting perfect for meditation.

Festivals Celebrated

Wesak Day, Chinese New Year

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Kuala Lumpur Weather Now

Kuala Lumpur

2:36 pm, Sep 16, 2026

35°C

broken clouds

Humidity: 43 %

Pressure: 1011 mb

Wind: 5 mph

Wind Gust: 0 mph

Clouds: 59%

Visibility: 10 km

Sunrise: 7:04 am

Sunset: 7:12 pm

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5:00 pm

32°/34°°C 0.11 mm 11% 4 mph 44% 1010 mb 0 mm/h

8:00 pm

29°/31°°C 0.35 mm 35% 1 mph 61% 1011 mb 0 mm/h

11:00 pm

28°/28°°C 0 mm 0% 3 mph 75% 1013 mb 0 mm/h

2:00 am

28°/28°°C 0 mm 0% 2 mph 79% 1011 mb 0 mm/h

5:00 am

26°/26°°C 0 mm 0% 1 mph 84% 1011 mb 0 mm/h

8:00 am

26°/26°°C 0 mm 0% 1 mph 81% 1012 mb 0 mm/h

11:00 am

32°/32°°C 0 mm 0% 3 mph 51% 1013 mb 0 mm/h

2:00 pm

34°/34°°C 0 mm 0% 3 mph 38% 1009 mb 0 mm/h

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Specialty / Unique Features

Situated on a hilltop in Sandakan, Sabah; offers panoramic sea views and features large golden Buddha statues and dragons.