Starting Point of Thaipusam Procession
Neighborhood: Little India
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Built in 1855, this Hindu temple honors Perumal (or Vishnu), who is believed to have reincarnated nine times for mankind's sake. Visitors bear witness to this legend depicted upon the gorupam. Constructed in 1979, this gorupam was built with funds donated by Mr P Govindasamy Pillay, a local merchant and devotee. The temple hold shrines for the deity's two wives, Lakshmi and Andai, and his steed (or bird)--the garuda. You may also spot female devotees praying to a thulasi plant, a symbol of faith and womanhood. The temple is the starting point of the annual Thaipusam procession.
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PonggalJan 1st, 2010 to Jan 31st, 2010
Celebrated mainly by Hindus from Southern India, Ponggal is a time of thanksgiving for a successful harvest. Hindus cook ponggal, a sweet preparation of rice, in new pots and allow it to boil over, symbolizing prosperity. Singapore's Hindu temples fill with worshipers who offer prayers to the gods together with rice, vegetables, sugar cane and spices, which are then eaten by devotees to cleanse themselves of their sins. Visitors are welcome to witness the festival. Temple etiquette requires visitors to be dressed appropriately and shoes to be removed at the entrance.
Thaipusam
Feb 1st, 2010 to Feb 28th, 2010
Join in the celebrations of the Hindu festival of Thaipusam as devotees participate in a procession from Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple to Sri Thendayuthapani Temple. Thousands of supporters will gather to chant prayers and encourage participants carrying 'kadavis'. Experience a slice of Hindu rituals and traditions at this extraordinary festival. Visit website for more details.
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ancient Greater Indian culture
Walking up to the temple, in the heart of the old part of the city, in Little India, one has an amaz...
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