The Sakya Muni Buddha Gaya Temple, Singapore is one of the popular Buddhist temples in the city. Also known as the Temple of 1,000 Lights, Sakya Muni Buddha Gaya Temple is a must-see on Singapore pilgrimage tours, especially for follower of Buddhism.
Located on Race Course Road, Sakya Muni Buddha Gaya Temple of Singapore features a 15-meter high statue of Lord Buddha. Made in a seated position, this statue weighs about 300 tons. There are various other small images, which depict the life of Sakyamuni Buddha, strewn all across the main temple.
The main statue in Sakya Muni Buddha Gaya Temple, is surrounded by countless light bulbs, giving it a glistering aura that never fails to rivet tourists from any part of the world.
At times of Buddhist festivals in Singapore, especially Vesak Day, the Sakya Muni Buddha Gaya Temple bears a magnificence of its own. This day is celebrated to commemorate the birth and enlightenment of Lord Buddha.
On this day, Sakya Muni Buddha Gaya Temple, Singapore takes donations from devotees and allows them to place gold leaves on statues in lieu of their donations. By the end of the day, statues are covered in gold, making an enchanting sight at Sakya Muni Buddha Gaya Temple, a popular Singapore attraction.
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