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Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum

288, South Bridge Road, Singapore, Singapore
+65 6220 0220
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As featured in 3 days in Singapore
Ranked #16 of 287 attractions in Singapore
Type: Museums, Religious Sites
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: <1 hour
Owner description: Enormous and accessible, this Chinatown landmark is constantly bustling with tourists and worshippers. A great destination for those unfamiliar with... more » Owner description: Enormous and accessible, this Chinatown landmark is constantly bustling with tourists and worshippers. A great destination for those unfamiliar with Buddhism, the temple welcomes visitors to view the Buddhist artifacts and educational exhibits, with guided tours available on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. « less
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ann arbor, michigan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 19, 2013 NEW

incredible Temple! and yes ladies no short skirts of shorts, but they have cover ups. I have sleeveless on, which is not acceptable either and they have scarves you can borrow while there.

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Perth, Western Australia, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 19, 2013 NEW

Beautiful bell and garden. Worth a look inside. Ladies no shorts or sleeveless wear, but sarongs are available to use. Ability to offer prayers outside.

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Okinawa, Japan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2013 NEW

This is one of the large buddhist temples in Singapore, its worth a visit if you are visiting the Chinatown area, although it should be kept in mind that the temple closes at 6pm.

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northern NJ
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 15, 2013 NEW

Recommended. The temple is used by the Chinese community and its well worth visiting. The atmosphere inside is beautiful as are the Buddhas.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 15, 2013 NEW

It really amazing ! try and coincide your trip with one of the Buddhist pray time the colour and feel of this is fantastic

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 12, 2013

Very unexpected in the heart of Chinatown. I got there just as the prayer was starting. I was invited in to hear the mass and to make an offering to one of the gods for safe travels. It was one of those once in a lifetime sort of things.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 11, 2013

Stumbled across this temple after visiting Chinatown. There is supposedly a Buddha tooth there but we didn't see it. The temple itself is definitely worth a visit though with statues, displays, and architectural features all dripping in gold leaf. You can combine this with a visit to the Sri Mariamman Temple just up the street. Note that if you have... More

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 10, 2013

We have visited the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple multiple times. If you are lucky, you will wonder into the temple and witness a ceremony conducted by the monks. Stop, listen, and look!! The temple has front and back sections, so make sure to see both. If you are wearing shorts or a sleeveless top, the temple provides garments to wear... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 9, 2013

The garden at the top is so peaceful and tranquil. A great escape while inside the amount of gold is astoundi

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Canberra, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013

Is an exceptional temple with lots of 'bling'. When we were there they were having a ceremony which was haunting with the prayer rendition. Is a spectacular site.

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