My Prayers and Practices: Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple

Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple is one of Singapore’s oldest temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Hop on a tour of the historic temple as we learn more about the birth, marriage and death prayers and practices associated with Hinduism.

More about the Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple

Located on Serangoon Road, the Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple is a National Monument with a history dating back to the 1850s. The temple is dedicated to the worship of South Indian deity Perumal or Thirumal, a form of Vishnu, and is run by a group of about 20 volunteers. Important occasions for the temple include the Purattasi Sani, Thaipusam and the fire walking ceremony. During the Purattasi Sani, the temple receives more than 24,000 devotees every weekend.

Details of the Programme

• Language: English
• Dates:

• • Sun, 12 Sep: 1000-1200
  • Sun, 19 Sep: 1000-1200
  • Sun, 26 Sep: 1000-1200
  • Sun, 3 Oct: 1000-1200

• Meeting Point:

• • Level 1 of PGP Hall, located beside Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple (397 Serangoon Rd Singapore 218123)

• Please arrive 20 minutes before the event for registration. Our facilitators will be wearing our event t-shirt.
• Parking is available beside the temple.
• Venue is wheelchair accessible.
• The event will proceed rain or shine.

Who should come?

• All are welcome to participate!

What to bring?

• Participants should bring an umbrella and a bottle of water.
• Participants are encouraged to dress respectfully in smart casual (i.e. collared shirt, long pants and covered shoes). Sleeveless attire, shorts/miniskirts or sandals are strictly not allowed.
• Participants are encouraged to bring their own earphones (with a standard 3.5mm audio jack) because we will be using radio guides for the tour!
• Participants will be denied entry if they dress inappropriately.
• Asthmatic individuals are encouraged to bring their inhaler.

COVID-19 Precautions

• Not all the hosts and facilitators in this tour programme are fully vaccinated or have taken a Pre-Event Test (PET) in the past 24 hours
• Facilitators in this tour or programme are trained in basic first-aid.
• All participants must complete TraceTogether, a health declaration form and temperature taking at the start of the event.
• All participants must wear their masks properly throughout the event.
• All participants must maintain a one-metre distance from other participants during the event.
• All participants will be issued with coloured stickers and be divided into smaller groups. Participants must stay with their groups and not intermingle between the groups

Disclaimer

• All ticket sales are final. There will be no refund if you wish to cancel your tickets.
• By agreeing to participate in the event, participants are responsible for any injury, loss or damage due to the negligence on his/her part or of the children under his/her charge.
• Participants must abide by the house rules set out by the host. Facilitators will brief participants at the start of the programme.
• Videos and photographs may also be taken during the event. By registering for this event, you give My Community full rights to use the photos for marketing and publicity.
• It is compulsory for a parent/guardian to accompany any child of or under the age of 12.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple, 397 Serangoon Rd, Singapore, Singapore