Pause from the hustle and bustle of the downtown and retreat to Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple, an intricate Hindu temple tucked away within the city. The temple is dedicated to the Hindu goddess Kali, the goddess associated with empowerment. The temple's design differs greatly from those in more northeastern parts of the country, following a style more prevalent among South Indian Tamil temples. The temple was built by Indian pioneers and settlers who migrated to the area; it is one of the first testaments to their growing cultural base in Singapore. Colorful, intricate sculptures and figures adorn both the interior and exterior of the temple. Your best bet is to visit with a guide who can provide insight into the temple's history and significance. Be aware that visitors are expected to remove their shoes as a sign of respect. To visit Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple on your trip to Singapore, use our Singapore trip builder app .
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地下鉄のリトルインディア駅とJalanバザール駅の中間あたりの位置関係で、リトルインディアの中心部からは北側の場所にありました。寺院全体に独特の彫刻が飾られており、このゴテゴテ感はまさにインドだなとの感想です。ヒンズー教はあまりなじみが無いので面白いのと同時に、小食の様式に関して「グロテスク」の用語を思い出しました。 more »
Location of halfway little India station of Metro and Jalan Bazaar that was located on the north side from the heart of little India. Gotegote sense is exactly the impression and India new, unique sculptures decorated the entire Temple. Since Hinduism is not familiar and funny at the same time, reminded me "grotesque" term for the style of the small appetite.View original -
Another lovely Hindu Temple, full of vibrant coloured idols.Again lucky to see the Hindu Ceremony. Would like to now way the devotes ring the bells that hang from the entrance door as they enter. more »
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The mandir was colourful and ha beautiful architecture. It is in the middle of the area. Took lots of great photos. more »
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A liberating experience living next to this temple. Tourist who are suffering from hypersomia are encouraged to stay at the Hilton Garden Inn next door. Get into a trance at 4.30am listening to blares of trumpet and vigorous drum beats. Next, witness the visual spectacle by stepping into the arena to see the century's fight by seemingly possessed priests summoning Shiva to fight against noise demons within. You will be totally awed by what is captured in your camcorder.
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This temple most famous place around little india and you can see fine statues around lots of local people versip ther and lots of travelers visit their.. cool and nicest place.. you can get through red line from here or Jalan Brsar or Little india MRT it's walking distance.
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Very nice India temple. Take note of the opening hours. Is not always open at the time stated. But it's open everyday.
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Dedicated to Kali, here is the most interesting entrance door with many figures. To get inside you have to leave your shoes outside.
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Very old and beautiful hindu temple in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia. We must visit this temple.
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Situtated in the heart of Little India, the temple is a distinctive landmark with its colourful and intricate statues. Dedicated to goddess Sri Veeramakaliamman, the temple was once known as “Soonambu Kambam Kovil” or “temple at the lime village” in Tamil. At that time, most of its faithful worked at lime kilns in the vicinity. During World War II, many people hid here when Japanese air raids took place. Remarkably, the temple and all its statues were unaffected by the bombings. Its latest renovation, completed in 2014, included the addition of a six-storey building with staff quarters, a multipurpose hall and a wedding hall.
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