I was caught without a camera during the Tin Hau festivities in Lamma Island, so I, unfortunately, had to make do with my camera phone. This annual celebration, is in honor of the goddess of the sea, Tin Hau, who is believed to be the protector of sailors and fishermen. Fishermen who offer to her are said to have bountiful harvests during the year.
There are two temples in Lamma Island dedicated to Tin Hau (and around 60 in Hong Kong!) and both were built in 1826. Lamma Island, which is primarily a fishing community, celebrates the Tin Hau Festival by holding traditional Cantoses Opera performances. Chinese residents also burn floral and paper offerings.
