3 Best Buddhist Temples in Chinatown

“ Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum is devoted to the Maitreya Buddha, which means 'The Compassionate One' or 'The Future Buddha'. The temple embraces the architectural style of the Tang dynasty which was built to house the Sacred Buddha Tooth Relic.. The temple includes a museum, meditation area, and rooftop garden.. The temple also features a vegetarian dining hall in the basement. Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum offers an array of stunning Buddhist antiques and relics. These provide a tranquil atmosphere filled with inspiration. The temple provides a complimentary Saturday Guided Tour and offers a free admission to the museum. The temple also conducts a wide range of Buddisum programmes, evening blessings and closing ceremonies.”

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“Thian Hock Keng was managed by the Singapore Hokkien Huay Kuan and he was gazetted as a national monument in 1973. The temple has a beautiful construction that marked the shift from an immigrant society to one deeply rooted in the heritage. The temple serves as a pivotal religious hub for the Chinese community of that era. The temple was built in the traditional southern Fujian architectural style. Thian Hock Keng showcases the masterpiece of stone, wood, and tile work, imposing columns, and sculptures of dragons and phoenixes. The temple draws devotees from various dialect groups and sees significant crowds during deity birthday celebrations. These reflect the significance and popularity among worshippers.”

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“Compassion Life Society provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere to visitors and devotees. The temple offers a serene and relaxing atmosphere where devotees can engage themselves in prayer, chanting and meditation. The visitors and worshippers will receive a refreshing environment while entering which brings about a feeling of happiness and harmony. This beautifully constructed and elegant temple has numerous impressive statues of deities. The monks recite mantras and offer prayers to all, contributing to the spiritual ambience of the temple. Compassion Life Society offers visitors a peaceful haven to pay respect and pray for their loved ones.”

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