Sri Sivan Temple (with Murugan Shrine)
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Location
Singapore, Central Region
Timings
6:30 AM � 12:00 PM, 5:00 PM � 9:00 PM
Dress Code
Traditional attire required. Men: dhoti or pants. Women: saree or salwar kameez.
Deity
Sri Sivan (Shiva) with Murugan in the temple complex
Significance
Sri Sivan Temple in Singapore is a major Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, with a highly revered Murugan shrine within its complex. The temple was originally established in the 1920s and moved to its current location in the Little India district, featuring a 5-tier gopuram rising approximately 20 meters high. It is an important religious and cultural institution serving the Tamil Hindu community in Singapore.
Architecture
The temple is built in the traditional Dravidian style with a 5-tier gopuram. The main sanctum houses Lord Shiva as Sri Sivan. The Murugan shrine is located in the outer prakaram with a 5-foot idol of Murugan with Valli and Deivanai. The temple features intricate carvings, a large community hall, and a sacred pond. The vimana is gold-plated.