Sri Thendayuthapani Temple (Tank Road Murugan Temple)
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Location
Singapore, Central Region
Timings
7:00 AM � 12:00 PM, 5:30 PM � 8:30 PM
Dress Code
Traditional attire required. Men: dhoti or pants. Women: saree or salwar kameez. Sarongs available at entrance.
Deity
Sri Thendayuthapani (Lord Murugan) with Valli and Deivanai
Significance
Sri Thendayuthapani Temple on Tank Road is the oldest and most important Murugan temple in Singapore. Established in 1859, it is a national monument of Singapore and the center of the country's grand Thaipusam celebrations. The over 165-year-old institution is a cornerstone of Singapore's Hindu heritage.
Architecture
The temple is built in the Dravidian architectural style with a magnificent 5-tier gopuram adorned with 48 intricate bronze and stucco figures. The main sanctum houses Thendayuthapani with Valli and Deivanai. The temple features a gold-plated vimana and a large meditation hall. The temple tank and the beautifully landscaped garden add to the spiritual ambiance. The temple underwent a major renovation in 2010 with the addition of a new community hall.
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