Singapore City Sights

Sakaya Muni Buddha Gaya Temple

#86 of 550 things to do in Singapore City

#1 of 19 religious, spiritual sights in Singapore

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  • Address
    • 366 Race Course Rd
  • Transport
    • Farrer Park
  • Phone
    • 6294 0714
  • Price
    • admission free
  • Hours
    • 8am-4.30pm

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Lonely Planet review for Sakaya Muni Buddha Gaya Temple

In 1927 a Thai Buddhist monk founded the Sakaya Muni Buddha Gaya Temple, usually called the Temple of 1000 Lights. The entrance is flanked by a leopard and tiger, the latter in midleap, snarling jaws open. Inside is a 15m-high, 300-tonne Buddha alongside an eclectic collection of deities including Guan Yin (Chinese Goddess of Mercy) and the Hindu deities Brahma and Ganesh. At the base of the Buddha’s back is a low door into a small prayer room. Around the Buddha’s base are ‘Buddha – This Is Your Life!’ models and, of course, at least 1000 electric lights.

 

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