The Jui Tui Shrine (San Jao Jui Tui) is one of the best-known Chinese temples in Phuket Town, west of the historic centre. Dedicated to Taoist deities and the tradition of the island's Hokkien community, it is one of the gathering points of the October Vegetarian Festival, with spirit-medium processions starting from its courtyards. Outside the festival it is a calm shrine with curved roofs, red lanterns and guardian statues, visited in half an hour.
Highlights
The façade and its lanterns
The dragon-topped roofs, red lanterns and stone lions guarding the entrance give the shrine its Chinese-temple look. The courtyard lets you step back for the photo.
The altar
Statues of deities, candles, fruit and incense fill the interior. Worshippers burn incense sticks and leave offerings; observe without getting in the way.
The Vegetarian Festival
In October, for nine days, the shrine is a centre of ceremonies: meat-free meals, processions and striking rituals. For dates and tips see the Phuket Vegetarian Festival; the other major shrine of the festival is the Bang Neow Shrine.
Practical info
Tips
- Entry is free according to the sources consulted; a voluntary donation is possible. Proper dress required (shoulders and knees covered); do not point your feet at altars and do not photograph worshippers praying without their consent. During the festival the street is very busy and some ceremonies are intense: keep a safe distance from processions. Combine the visit with a stroll through Phuket Old Town; the nearby Ranong Road is known for its food stalls during the festival. Information taken from travel guides, not confirmed by an official website of the shrine.
How to get there
The shrine is west of the old town of Phuket Town, near Ranong Road, a few minutes' walk from the historic centre. From the beaches take a taxi or ride-hailing app to Phuket Town; see getting around Phuket.
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