Temples are far more easy-going places than churches in the west. Temples usually have gardens and a courtyard, and are a popular meeting place, particularly for the elderly. Mahjong is the favored form of passing the time, as is Chinese Chequers, the two men in the picture are listening to racing tips, while picking there best ponies out of the local newspaper.
Warning: These men generally don’t like having their picture taken while gambling, more for fear their wife will find out than anything else. Ask first.
