Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple, Singapore, Hindu temple in Lavender, Singapore.
Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple is a Hindu temple in Lavender built in South Indian style with a 20-meter gopuram displaying different incarnations of Lord Vishnu. The tower rises prominently on Serangoon Road and features carved sculptures and painted decorative elements throughout.
The temple site was acquired from the East India Company in 1851 and construction was completed in 1855. It was designated as a National Monument in 1978.
The temple serves as the starting point for the Thaipusam festival, where devotees walk in procession to another shrine while carrying ritual structures. The location has become central to the religious calendar of Singapore's Hindu community.
The temple is easy to spot and Farrer Park MRT station is nearby for convenient access. Visitors should note that opening hours vary between morning and evening sessions, and respectful dress is expected when entering.
Inside the temple grounds there is a preserved well that marks where a former stream once flowed, which devotees used for ritual purification before worship. This feature reveals how the site adapted as the surrounding area developed while retaining its original elements.
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