Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple in Singapore

Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple Highlights

The temple largely reflects the style of South Indian shrines. On the walls of its entrance is a row of statues of gods and goddesses. Perhaps the most striking of its highlights is its six-tiered ‘gopuram’ that was erected as a part of renovation in 1960s. This 20-metre tall gopuram is embellished with sculptures that predominantly throw light on Lord Vishnu’s diverse manifestations.

Equally remarkable is the unique elaborate geometric design that graces the ceiling of the main temple. This design, in turn, embodies the nine planets of the universe. Further, the main temple is enshrined with the image of Lord Perumal (Vishnu), along with the statues of his consorts (Lakshmi and Andal) and his bird carrier – Garuda.

Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple Features

As you step into the temple courtyard, you’ll find a well, once a stream that served as the devotees’ main source of water. A Tulasi plant – the sacred bush of Hindus – can also be seen here. Within the temple complex stands a wedding hall that has been a site for Hindu weddings since its construction in 1960s.

Above all, Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple is the venue for Thaipusam – a festival to honour Lord Murugan. It falls on the Tamil lunar month that corresponds to late January or early February. During the festival, devotees lead a procession to Layan Sithi Vinayagar Temple, piercing their cheeks or tongues with metal skewers and attaching a kavadi decked with peacock feathers to their bodies.

Opening Hours: Daily from 06:30 - 12:00 and 18:00 - 21:00
Location: 397 Serangoon Road, Little India
MRT: Easily accessible from Farrer Park Station on the north-east MRT Line
Remarks: Such landmarks of the city as Sri Veeramakaliamman Hindu temple, Aguillia Mosque and Vairavimada Kaliamman temple are nearby
Tel: +65 6298 5771