“A magnificent temple building, constructed in 2007 to enshrine the sacred tooth relic of the Buddha, which also serves as a museum preserving valuable Buddhist history and artifacts.”
The Buddha Tooth Relic Temple is located in Singapore’s Chinatown district. Built in 2007, the building serves as both a Buddhist temple and a museum. The structure has a total of 4 floors, with the 5th floor serving as a peaceful rooftop garden.
The interior of the temple is grand and beautifully decorated with classical Chinese architecture. Each floor features various Buddha statues from different countries for visitors to admire. The upper floors of the temple enshrine the sacred tooth relic of the Lord Buddha, which visitors can only view from the fourth floor. Additionally, the museum displays ancient statues and interesting Buddhist history.
How to Get There
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By MRT: The closest station is the Maxwell MRT Station (TE18), which is just a 2-minute walk away. You can also get there via the Chinatown MRT Station (DT19/NE4) or the Telok Ayer MRT Station (DT18).
Travel Tips
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Photography is not permitted in the area where the sacred tooth relic is displayed. Photos are only allowed on the ground floor.
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The 5th floor of the temple is a rooftop garden with pavilions and flowers for relaxation. It's highly recommended to visit.
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There are many souvenir shops and restaurants in the area next to and behind the temple.