Indian Temples in Singapore

If you are an Indian and a religious person, don’t loose heart in Singapore. You will get your place of worship here. Some of the names are listed below:

Sri Thandayuthapani Temple: This temple is also known as the Chettiar Hindu Temple which is situated at 15, Tank Road. Sri Thandayuthapani Temple was built on the site of a former temple dating back to the 1850s. It has a number of shrines with glass-panelled roofs that are angled to catch the rays of the sun when it rises and sets. Constructed in the South Indian style, this temple is an awesome piece of creature. You should not miss it while visiting Singapore.

Sri Thandayuthapani Temple is the place where the culminations of the Thaipusam and Navarathiri Festivals are held every year. In the annual Thaipusam procession in February, the Hindu devotees are seen with kavadi. This is a portable shrines pierced to the body. This usually conveys the sign of faith and penance. The procession begins at the Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple in Little India and ends at the Sri Thandayuthapani Temple. Hoards of people present there to enjoy the show.

Sri Mariamman Temple: Sri Mariamman Temple is situated at 244 at South Bridge Road. This is actually the oldest Hindu temple in Singapore. Sri Mariamman Temple is situated right in the middle of Chinatown. The temple is the abode of many intricate statues on its outer walls and inner altars is a real beauty with lots of color. This was built in the year of 1827. Lots of Hindu weddings take place in this temple. This is the place where the annual Thimithi fire-walking festival is held in the month of October. The temple is recently underwent some renovations. Designated as national monument this is an excellent piece of art.

The Navarathiri Festival is held every year in the month of October. This is the Hindu ‘nine lights’ celebration of the goddesses Dhurga, Saraswathi, and Lakshmi. The Sri Thandayuthapani Temple is the focal point of the nine-day celebrations. This also include music, dancing, and dramatic procession on the final night. As a whole we can say this is a joyous worship and all Hindus enjoy it a lot.