It is regarded as one of the oldest temples in Macau, it was founded in the 13th century to venerate Kun Iam, the Chinese representation of Avalokiteśvara, the Bodhisattva of Mercy.

There are calligraphy scrolls and Chinese painting inside the temple of famous authors such as, Qu Dajun.

During World War II, the Chinese painter Gao Jianfu lived and taught in the temple.

It was precisely at a stone table located in the gardens of the temple which was signed the first Sino-American Treaty on July 3, 1844 by the Viceroy of Liangguang Keying and the US Minister Plenipotentiary Caleb Cushing.

[4] The birthday of Kun Iam is celebrated on the 19th day of the second, sixth, ninth and eleventh lunar months.