Kuala Pilah: The musical fountain performance at Si Thian Kong Temple has emerged as a significant attraction for both the Chinese community and tourists, bringing local and international visitors to the Kuala Pilah district. The show, which lasts between 15 and 20 minutes, features vibrant laser displays synchronized with harmonious music, captivating audiences who gather in the temple’s upper outdoor area to enjoy the spectacle.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the temple’s vice-chairman, Loh Kok Wah, highlighted that the temple, which spans a 7.2-hectare site and opened in 2015, is nestled within nature and holds historical importance. Its beauty becomes even more pronounced at night when it is illuminated by colorful lights. Loh noted that the temple attracts a diverse group of tourists from countries such as Singapore, China, Taiwan, the United Kingdom, the United States, Japan, Korea, and Indonesia, in addition to local visitors. The temple once recorded over 10,000 visitors in a single night, with the musical performance occurring every Saturday and Sunday.

Loh expressed expectations of increased visitor numbers, especially from outside the area, as the Chinese New Year approaches. The temple plans to organize various activities for the celebration, including concerts, musical water fountain shows, and food carnivals. This year, the temple management has invested nearly RM400,000 in decorative lights, primarily LED displays from China, to enhance the temple’s festive atmosphere.

The temple grounds are adorned with LED light decorations and over 100 lanterns, creating a vibrant environment. Loh, originally from Kuala Pilah, also emphasized the diversity of the visitors, welcoming people from different backgrounds, including Chinese, Malay, and Indian communities, who come to experience the Chinese New Year celebrations. He mentioned that even Malay wedding couples choose the temple as a backdrop for their photos.

Visitor Yong Ker Sin, from Perak, shared that she and her family plan to stay in Kuala Pilah until the Chinese New Year celebrations conclude. They were captivated by the temple’s musical fountain performance, which is free of charge. Yong expressed her fascination with the show and the decorative lights, stating that they felt as though they were abroad.

Tay Chan Yew, from Johor Bahru, visited Kuala Pilah for the first time to witness the temple’s beauty and unique architecture. As a mother of two, Tay shared that her family was thrilled to explore the temple’s decorations, which include intricate designs of cherry blossoms, dragon motifs, and fountains.