Sri Mariamman Temple, Singapore
Sri Mariamman Temple, Singapore, Hindu temple in Chinatown, Singapore.
The temple exhibits a six-tiered entrance tower decorated with sculptures of deities and mythological figures in traditional Dravidian architectural style.
Naraina Pillai established this temple in 1827, making it the first Hindu temple in Singapore and a central point for the growing Indian community.
The temple functions as a registration center for Hindu marriages and maintains records of marriage ceremonies for the Tamil Hindu population in Singapore.
The temple opens daily from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with guided tours available at the information desk.
During the annual Theemithi festival, devotees walk across a fire pit measuring 3 meters long filled with burning charcoal as an act of faith.
Location: Chinatown
Inception: 1827
Founders: Naraina Pillai
Architectural style: Dravidian architecture
Website: http://heb.gov.sg/temples/8-sri-mariamman-temple-
GPS coordinates: 1.28261,103.84500
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:59
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