Singapore has many entertainment and amusement venues for its guests, to provide them with the best experiences. It also has a rich heritage, and Sri Thendayuthpani Temple is one such temple that illustrates the country’s proud heritage.
What is this temple?
This Temple was established back in 1859 and considering its cultural and historical significance, it has now been gazetted as a National Monument in Singapore. Located on the Tank Road, the Sri Thendayuthapani Temple is a popular attraction to visit among any tourist spending his holiday in any hotel in Singapore.
It’s dedicated to Murugan
The main sanctum of the temple has the statue of Murugan. This is because it’s commonly dedicated to Murugan who is also called Subramanian or Sri Thendayuthapani by the locals.
It’s been built by the Chettiar community
Earlier, this temple was also known as the Chettiar temple as it was established by the Nattukottai Chettiars. They were devotees of Murugan and established many such temples in many parts of the world.
Celebrations around this temple
Those who spend their holidays in the month of February at nearby resorts such as Grand Park City Hall which is considered as the best luxury hotel in Singapore by many tourists will get exposed to the Thaipusam celebrations. On the eve of each Thaipusam, there is a procession that starts from the Srinivasa Perumal Temple and it ends at this Sri Thendayuthapani Temple.
