Fo Guang Shan Dong Zen Temple

Dong Zen Temple at Jenjarom is one of Malaysia’s best-known modern Buddhist complexes. Tourism Selangor documents the temple’s development under Fo Guang Shan and its role as a major religious and cultural attraction. Tourism Selangor records that land was first donated for a Fo Guang Shan centre, that Master Hsing Yun officiated a development ceremony on 24 November 1989, and that Dong Zen was developed in 1995 and began operating in 1996.

The complex later expanded substantially and functions as a Buddhist, cultural and educational centre, with its lantern and floral festival becoming a major public event. The temple’s religious life follows Fo Guang Shan Buddhist practice, including prayer, Dharma activities and merit-making. No specific miracle tradition is asserted here.

The temple remains a religious setting rather than only a sightseeing stop. Visitors should respect shrine halls, monks and worshippers, follow any footwear or photography instructions on site, and remember that festival days may change access or the normal rhythm of the complex.