Sunday, March 15, 2009

The oldest temples in Singapore

Yueh Hai Ching Temple 粤海清宫 Yue Hai Qing Gong


Yueh Hai Ching Temple was built in the 1820s. Also known as Temple of Love, this temple is well known for people to seek for 姻缘 Yin Yuan (Marriage). It is believed that people who offer their prayers to Elder of Moon deity, 月老 Yue Lao, can have their wishes come true. 

To seek a fruitful happiness, all you need to do is to place a red string onto Elder of Moon deity, 月老 Yue Lao idol and pray. If you are looking for a true love, you may want to give it a try. May happiness be with you soon.

To find your true love, Temple of Love is located at 30B Philip Street, Singapore 048696.



Siang Cho Keong Temple 仙祖宫 Xian Zu Gong


Siang Cho Keong Temple was built in 1869 by Hokkiens, it is a Taoist Temple that meant to dedicate to Tua Peck Kong. 

Surrounding this temple are fast developing buildings, next to this temple is the Amoy Street Food Centre.

Siang Cho Keong Temple is located at 66 Amoy Street (S)069886 .


Thian Hock Keng Temple 天福宫 Tian Fu Gong


Thian Hock Keng Temple or it is also known as a Temple of Heavenly Bliss has a long history, it was built in 1840. The purpose of the temple in the early days was meant for chinese immigrants, whom came all the way from China via sea transport, to offer their prayers for their safe journey.

And during the early 20th century, Thian Hock Keng temple has been a gathering point for Hokkien community. Apart from that, Empress Dowager Cixi (慈禧太后) of Qing Court bestowed an Imperial Calligraphic Panel on the temple in 1907.

To know more about Thian Hock Keng Temple, you can pay a visit the temple, the address is 158 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068613.

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