Tou Mu Kung Temple in Teluk Intan, also known by the Hokkien and Teochew communities as the “Nine Emperor Gods Temple”, is one of the oldest and most revered Nine Emperor Gods temples in Malaysia. Its origins date back to the 19th century, during the boom of the tin mining industry, when large numbers of Chinese immigrants—particularly from Fujian province—migrated to Malaya in search of a livelihood.

According to local legend, a ship captain from Fujian brought the sacred incense of the Nine Emperor Gods to Teluk Intan (formerly known as Teluk Anson) during a voyage. At the time, local medical conditions were poor, and epidemics were frequent. The people believed that observing the Nine Emperor Gods Festival could ward off evil and misfortune, and many came to pray for peace and protection.

As the belief spread, more and more merchants came to seek blessings—especially when starting businesses or during commercial ventures. Many devotees attributed their business success to the divine grace of the Nine Emperor Gods.

In the 18th century, sacred incense was brought from a Nine Emperor Gods temple in mainland China and an altar was set up on Pasar Street in Teluk Intan. Eventually, in 1885, the present-day Tou Mu Kung Temple was established. With its growing reputation, the number of devotees increased steadily, and the temple became an important religious and cultural symbol for the Hokkien and Teochew communities.