Sitting on Jalan Main Bazaar facing the Kemena River, this Taoist temple is one of the few buildings in town that predates the LNG boom. Built in the 1890s, it is dedicated to Tua Pek Kong, a deity associated with prosperity and protection who is widely venerated across the Chinese communities of Borneo. The building is a compact, colourfully decorated structure — worth a few minutes whether or not you're interested in the religion.
Visitors are welcome during opening hours (roughly 6am to 7pm daily). The temple sits adjacent to the Bintulu esplanade, so it's easy to combine with a walk along the waterfront. On festival days, particularly Chinese New Year and the deity's birthday celebrations, there's considerably more activity — lion dances, offerings, and noise. On an ordinary weekday, it's quiet and unpretentious.