Introduction of Hindu temples in Amman, Mali

The Hindu temple in Amman, Mali, located at No.244 Qiaonan Road, in the center of China City (Chinatown), is the oldest Hindu temple in Singapore. The history of the temple can be traced back to 1827, which was founded by Naraina Pillay, a famous Indian businessman in Singapore at that time. The temple mainly serves Singaporeans of Tamil Hinduism in South India.

The gate of the temple is carved with colorful Hindu gods, animals and figures, adding a strange atmosphere to Chinatown, a Chinese-inhabited area. On the tower inside the door, there are lifelike statues of various gods and sacred animals, which people can see clearly from a distance.

The incense in the temple is strong, and the sacrifices are constant for a year. Before entering the temple, believers will ring the bell at the door and pray for the permission of the gods, then wash their hands and feet and sprinkle water on their heads to make themselves more pure. After the ceremony, they will visit the temple. Here, you can also see believers beating coconuts on the aluminum ring near the door, which symbolizes beating the soul of believers, while the ivory coconut heart shows the pure and kind heart of devout believers.

The Hindu temples in Amman, Mali celebrate Thimithi every year, and the climax of the celebration is that believers light carbon piles barefoot. The Hindu temple in Amman, the capital of Mali, is also the first choice for most Hindus to hold weddings. Due to its architectural and historical significance, the Hindu temple in Amman, Mali has been listed as a national scenic spot and a major tourist attraction. The Hindu temples in Amman, Mali are managed by the Hindu Endowment Committee under the Ministry of Social Development, Youth and Sports of Singapore.

Tip: If you want to visit the temple, you must take off your shoes before entering the temple.