Singapore is a popular travel destination among many due to its relatively small size which allows one to explore the city even during a short stay; for its array of exciting entertainment possibilities from nightlife to delicious cuisines and not forgetting its fabulous shopping district which boasts a number of world renowned brands. Singapore does not disappoint those who seek a taste of culture during their trip and reflecting its cosmopolitan nature is a number of churches, temples, mosques and museums that one can visit. 

The Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum situated in the heart of Chinatown, Singapore, is a popular destination among tourists for its religious as well as historical significance. Founded in 2002 by the venerable Shi Fa Zhao and finally declared open in 2007, the temple is home to a Tooth Relic of the Siddhartha Lord Buddha which was found in a dilapidated Burmese temple in 1980. The Tooth Relic lies cradled within a solid gold stupa weighing close to 320 kg. The temple dedicated to Maitreya Buddha or the Buddha of the Future, was built in the architectural style of the Tang dynasty, with a touch of the Buddhist Mandala which depicts the universe according to Buddhism.

The temple compound consists of the Tripitaka Chamber, the Buddhist Culture Museum, the Eminent Sangha Museum and the theatre which hosts films, discussions and other cultural performances from time to time. Excluding the Tooth Relic, the site also features age old manuscripts and other facets that include tongue and bone relic elements. The temple follows a daily routine beginning from dawn and visitors can partake in these rituals irrespective of religion. Simple vegetarian meals are served in the temple basement which charges no fee but donations are greatly appreciated. The temple though built within a bustling metropolis has its own tranquil environment within its intricately designed chambers and corridors.

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