FGS Dong Zen 2009
A visit to a temple called FGS (Fu Guang San) Dong Zen in Jenjarom has been a tradition to us since 2006 (I have blogged about it in 2008). Not for praying but for photoshoot. Every year, they put up decoration from different theme to attract tourist. How to get there? If you are coming from Kesas Highway, exit in Banting. There is only one road leading to Banting. You won’t get lost. Trust me. Along the way, you will spot 3 to 4 signboard indicating you are on the right track. Just follow the signboard and take a right turn at a traffic light. The journey is about 30mins after exiting the Kesas Highway.
Usually the flowers is the main attraction but this year, I somehow find them so-so only. The thing that excite me is the artificial cherry blossom. I am so thrilled! This is the attraction that bought me to FGS Dong Zen in 2006. What are we waiting for? Pictures of course!
They shift the little monk every year from one location to another to make them looks like new.
The Wishing tree
Last year the bamboo is still young but has now grown so bushy they almost block the Kwan Yin Buddha’s view.
The mascot of this year – Moo-moo cow sponsored by Dutch Lady o.O Spot the grass. This year they are brown. I like it this way. Even if it rains, they won’t be muddy at all.
Something new this year. The past 3 years they kept using the same ole lantern.
The 12 Chinese Zodiac sign. Co-incident the three of them get to stand next to each other. The lantern zodiac sign is also from previous year but was shifted to a different location to make them looks new. Smart ass.
Daddy is very fond of anything that is ‘Rooster’. He bought this Rooster at RM50 since the money will proceed to the Old Folks Home fund.
I saw this horse but Daddy did not approve it so I say, “Buy for Di-Di la. He is born in the year of Horse ma.” Immediately he approved it! So easy to manipulate man hor.
Their theme for this year other than the moo-moo cow, they display some miniature wat (temple). Take the spot light as comparison to see how small is the clay monk.
My best shot for that day, the lantern pagoda.
Merryn said,
February 4, 2009 @ 12:40 pm
soooo nice this place! the pictures turn out so beautiful!
jasmine said,
February 4, 2009 @ 1:14 pm
i heard so much of the temple. i must really make a trip there with the boys!!
cindy said,
February 4, 2009 @ 7:57 pm
cherry blossom and wishing tree….the 2 that i wanna see most in my entire life (watch too many movies)… but i’m in uk…so i guess i’ll have to wait
Elaine said,
February 5, 2009 @ 9:34 am
Jessie,
I intend to make a visit this Sunday evening. Any suggestions on dinner place around the area ?
The Queen says: On your way back turn in to Carey Island for seafood. They are on your left. Look out for sign board. You won’t get lost. Trust me. Have Fun!
Yunus Izam said,
February 5, 2009 @ 10:52 am
wow..those pics remind me of the sakura flowers in japan. and this was local, quite the hidden gem!
whoisbaby said,
February 5, 2009 @ 11:35 am
Nice pictures. I haven’t been to this place before. May be I should next time I am back there. I like the lotus flower candle picture best!
yenjai.net said,
February 5, 2009 @ 2:23 pm
jessie
Your photoshot is superb as usual ^-^
huisia said,
February 5, 2009 @ 5:17 pm
wow, the place is so nice, emm…really good for shooting photos.
btw, Gong Xi Fa Cai to you and your family!
Sharon said,
February 6, 2009 @ 8:11 am
Never knew such a place existed in Msia. Beautiful pics…. all due to your fantastic photography skills. I wouldn’t be able to shoot such pics even if I went there.
The Queen says: Sharon, THANK YOU! Your comment really make my day. I need to brush up on my skills too. Lots more to learn and perfect it.
allthingspurple said,
February 6, 2009 @ 8:28 am
huahh..all the photos looks great. Kawan, when is our photo session by the way?
jacss said,
February 6, 2009 @ 2:42 pm
wuah…all yr shots banyak cantik & pro lar!! looks like a fun trip there…
so u no wait for us lar….anyway, it’s not easy organising a trip so far ….i mean all not familiar wif klang ma!!
btw, yr little ah pek & ah moi in their costume so authenticlor yet very cute!!
the Razzler said,
February 7, 2009 @ 12:20 pm
Queen..
Seems like fun. Love the pics.. you’re really good with your camera!!
I may be transfer to KL soon.. do keep in touch!! 🙂 🙂
Annie Q said,
February 7, 2009 @ 3:47 pm
Hey, i was there on the eve of chinese new year. First time there after heard so much about this place.
Love your pictures, very nice!
sila said,
February 8, 2009 @ 5:29 am
nice pics! i love the first one of the little princess in her cute baju 🙂 how come eldest didn’t wear a traditional baju?
wen said,
February 8, 2009 @ 3:25 pm
indeed a very beautiful place to take photos!
HN said,
February 9, 2009 @ 5:34 pm
I know this place!!! It’s so happening every year during CNY and you are right about going to Carey Island for seafood too 😀 Yummy! One more thing, you took awesome pictures and your three little models are fantastic too 🙂
jazzmint said,
February 10, 2009 @ 8:43 pm
u know what, i’m so envy ur models are so cooperative..love the pics
a-moms-diary said,
February 11, 2009 @ 6:52 pm
Haiya, makes me jealous only. We had wanted to make a trip there but didn’t have time, since they normally takes down the deco after the 15th day, right? How come Princess not wearing traditional baju one?