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Sri Mariammam Temple
Templo de Sri Mariammam
Sri Mariammam Temple (244 South Bridge Road, Singapore) — An agamic temple designed in true Dravidian style, the Sri Mariammam Temple was first built as an attap (local timber) and wood structure in 1827, before being replaced by a brick building in 1843. Located in the Chinatown district, and like many other historical places of worship, Singapore’s first Hindu temple was made into a national monument.
The temple also reflects South Indian architectural influences, as seen by its pagoda-shaped tower. While you’re at the entrance of the Sri Mariammam Temple, look up and see the tower covered by figurative sculptures of gods, goddesses and mythological beasts. Visible from afar, this temple will be hard to miss.