Built in 1850 and dedicated to the dedicated to the deity Chor Soo Kong, the temple is located 3.2 km from the Penang International Airport. It is a sanctuary for pit vipers said to be the ‘servants’ of the deity. These poisonous snakes, seen coiled round the pillars, beams and potted plants within the temple is believe to be rendered harmless by the smoke of the burning incense.
