Sri Sivan Temple, Hindu temple in Geylang East, Singapore.
Sri Sivan Temple is a Hindu place of worship in Geylang East distinguished by granite walls decorated with deity sculptures and South Indian architectural features. The complex contains multiple prayer halls where devotees gather for their daily practices.
The temple originated as a small shrine for Tamil immigrants in the early 1900s. Community contributions and support allowed it to grow into the structure visitors see today.
The temple serves as a gathering place for the Tamil community, where you can observe daily prayers and offerings that reflect their faith practices. The spaces are filled with bright colors and detailed carvings that show how devotees express their beliefs in everyday rituals.
You can reach the temple via Paya Lebar MRT station. Visitors should wear clothing that covers shoulders and knees out of respect when entering the prayer spaces.
The temple maintains a medicinal garden with plants mentioned in ancient Hindu texts. These plants are employed in specific religious ceremonies and traditional healing practices.
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