Sri Lankaramaya Buddhist Temple

Sri Lankaramaya Buddhist Temple is a Theravada temple in Bendemeer with a central Bodhi tree surrounded by four Buddha statues positioned at cardinal directions. This layout creates distinct spaces for devotional offerings and religious practices.

Founded in 1920 by Sinhalese Buddhist migrants, the temple relocated several times before establishing itself at St Michael's Road. Support from Ceylon Pioneer Corps members played a role in its settlement at the current location.

Resident monks from Sri Lanka lead the temple, conducting religious services and meditation sessions throughout the year that visitors can observe. The space functions as an active center for Theravada Buddhist practice and community gathering.

The temple is located on St Michael's Road and welcomes visitors daily, reachable in about 11 minutes on foot from Boon Keng MRT station. This proximity makes it easy to include in a walking tour of the neighborhood.

The temple houses a brass Buddha statue gifted by Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in 1952. This gift marked recognition of the temple by a major political figure of that era.

GPS coordinates: 1.32690,103.86290

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:02