The Oroville Chinese Temple was built in 1863 as a place for the 10,000+ Chinese residents in the community at that time to go for prayer and worship. The temple and its furnishing were directly funded by the Emperor and Empress of China while most of the labor was conducted by the local community. Visitors today will be able to see much of the original structure, though additions and renovations were made in 1968. The temple has three chapels, the main of which is dedicated to worship of many faiths whether it be Buddhism, Taoism, or Confucianism. Other aspects of the temple complex include the Tapestry Hall which has an extensive collection of parade parasols and embroidered tapestries, and the magnificent garden which was designed to house several plants indigenous to China while doubling as a place of meditation.

1500 Broderick St, Oroville, CA 95965

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