The oldest Hindu temple in Singapore, Sri Mariamman Temple is located in Chinatown, one of the most visited Singapore tourist destinations.
Sri Mariamman Temple, Singapore has a long history. In 1827, Narayana Pillay, a clerk in the East India Company accompanied Sir Stamford Raffles to Singapore. He erected a simple wood temple here by 1827 and installed a small deity here. With donations from wealthy Indian landowners, the temple was later expanded.
The present structure of Sri Mariamman Temple, the largest Hindu temple in Singapore, was constructed in 1843 by ex-convicts from India who were skilled craftsmen.
Dedicated to Goddess Mariamman, worshipped for her power to protect against disease and death, the Sri Mariamman Temple of Singapore is a must-see on Singapore pilgrimage tours.
Singapore's Sri Mariamman Temple has been known for sheltering homeless immigrants. Over the years, Indian immigrants have flocked the temple premises, holding it in very high regard.
The Singapore government gazatted Sri Mariamman Temple as a national monument in July 1973.
The structural design of Sri Mariamman Temple, Singapore is reminiscent of Dravidian style of architecture. The temple has a striking gopuram (tower) rising above its entrance. This tower has deities of Hindu Gods and soldiers along with a variety of decorations in floral patterns. The temple complex houses a prayer hall and four shrines in a beautiful onion dome.
The Sri Mariamman Temple, Singapore is reconsecrated after a gap of 12 years, in keeping with Hindu tradition. Deepavali, the most important Hindu festival in Singapore, is celebrated grandiosely here, with festivities embellishing the whole vicinity.
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