[2] The two streets derive their name from the temple, as "Tai Wong" is an alternate name for Hung Shing.

[3] The temple was originally built next to the shoreline, facing the sea,[1] but as the consequence of successive land reclamations, it is now surrounded by clusters of residential and commercial buildings.

The roof of the platform is supported by elaborate granite columns and accessing staircases are built on either ends rather than in the middle facing the temple entrance.

[3] It has been listed as a Grade I historic building[6] since 1987[1] and it is part of the Wan Chai Heritage Trail, established in 2009.

[7] Worshippers of Hung Shing go to pray in the temple on the 1st and the 15th day of every lunar month and on the birthday of Kwun Yum, the Goddess of Mercy.