The restored main hall at Seven Terraces City God Temple reopened for worship on 20 October 2026. From 21 October, worshippers must burn incense outside the hall; the temple opens daily from 8am to 6pm, with earlier opening on lunar-month observances and deity birthdays.
What: Restored main hall reopened for worship
Where: Seven Terraces City God Temple, Penang
Reopened: 20 October 2026
Opening hours from 21 October: Daily 8am-6pm; 7.30am-6pm on the first and fifteenth days of the lunar month and deity birthdays
Incense: Burning is no longer allowed inside the hall from 21 October; burners will be provided outside
Affected: Visitors and worshippers
The restored main hall of Seven Terraces City God Temple reopened for worship on 20 October 2026. The temple’s updated opening hours take effect from 21 October.
From that date, incense burning will not be allowed inside the hall. Worshippers can use incense burners placed outside the temple.
The temple will open daily from 8am to 6pm, and from 7.30am to 6pm on the first and fifteenth days of the lunar month and on deity birthdays.
FAQ
When did Seven Terraces City God Temple’s restored main hall reopen?
It reopened for worship on 20 October 2026.
Can worshippers burn incense inside the hall?
No. From 21 October 2026, incense burning is not allowed inside the hall. Incense burners will be provided outside.
What are the temple’s opening hours?
From 21 October, it opens daily from 8am to 6pm. On the first and fifteenth days of the lunar month and deity birthdays, it opens from 7.30am to 6pm.
