Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple
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Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple

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Traditional Chinese temple dedicated to Goddess of Mercy, free incense

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178 Waterloo St, Singapore 187964 Get directions

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178 Waterloo St, Singapore 187964 Get directions

+65 6337 3965
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"Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple (Chinese: 观音堂佛祖庙; pinyin: Guānyīn Táng Fózǔ Miào) is a traditional Chinese temple situated at 178 Waterloo Street in Singapore. The temple is of significance to the Chinese in Singapore, and is believed to bring worshippers good luck after praying to the Kuan Yin (观音), or Avalokiteśvara, the bodhisattva associated with compassion. The temple is also involved in charity work, contributing to several health and educational organisations.[1]" - Fable

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"Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple, Bras Basah Bugis by Fable. Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple (Chinese: 观音堂佛祖庙; pinyin: Guānyīn Táng Fózǔ Miào) is a traditional Chinese temple situated at 178 Waterloo Street in Singapore. The temple is of significance to the Chinese in Singapore, and is believed to bring worshippers good luck after praying to the Kuan Yin (观音), or Avalokiteśvara, the bodhisattva associated with compassion. The temple is also involved in charity work, contributing to several health and educational organisations.[1]"

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"A well-visited temple on a busy street, known as a popular place of worship and cultural interest within the district." - Mia Chenyze

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The best experiences in Singapore's Bugis neighbourhood - SilverKris

"A historic Chinese Buddhist temple originally erected in 1884 and rebuilt in 1895 and 1982, located along Waterloo Street and revered by devotees who pray to Kwan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy. The temple is an important cultural and religious site with an ornate façade and traditional Chinese architectural features, attracting large crowds—particularly on the eve of the Lunar New Year—making it both a spiritual hub and a popular tourist attraction." - SilverKris Magazine

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Sweet Sinay's R.

Google
In some ways, this temple represents everything that is good about Singapore. Allow me to explain.... The temple is packed with devotees seeking Daoist good fortune, success and wealth. It is on a street next to a Hindu Temple, a Buddhist street shrine and not far away, a mosque. There is probably a Christian church somewhere not too far away as well. The ability of different religions, cultures and language groups to live together peacefully in a small island should be an example to the world. When you visit the nearby Hindu temple, a sign mentions that many Daoist devotees visit the Hindu Temple and vis a versa, in a display of religious unity and tolerance. Respect🙏🙏🙏 The Daoist Temple itself is impressive, especially the multi-armed main idol but be sure to look at the details as well. Bonus points if you find a swastika. Sinay says: As in any religious establishment, look at what devotees are doing (offering incense) and not doing (taking off shoes) and try to follow suit. The temple is very welcoming for visitors of all types and photos are allowed if not too ostentatious.

Raj V.

Google
This is a famous Buddhist temple in Singapore. Highly recommended to visit. Buy some flowers and incense sticks outside the temple (lots of vendors sell those). Should cost around 6 SGD. it’s free for anyone to visit.

Ling Y.

Google
This temple is here since World War II. It was said that surroudings of the temple were bombed and destroyed but the temple was intact. We go there to pray for health or seek advice. Other than 1st and 15th of lunar calendar (no bei or qian), you can request 'bei' or 'qian' to seek advice from Buddha Get the bei or qian from the counter at the side, inside the temple. Bei is two-piece item - 2 face down means NO, 2 face up means you can ask more questions, 1 face up and 1 face down means YES. Qian is a wooden container with many sticks inside. Each stick has a number. Ask your question then shake the container qian. If one qian drops, there is a number on the qian, use bei to ask if the advice to your question is the qian no. If not, please continue. If yes, remember the number and go to side of the temple where they put the qian books. Search for your number and advice is inside. Try to avoid meat if you are going temple to pray, avoid beef. No photography is allowed on the Buddha inside the temple.

Wandering S.

Google
Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple is a well-known Chinese Buddhist temple. It’s dedicated to Kuan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy, and plays an important role in Singapore’s cultural and religious landscape. The temple is open daily from 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, and entry is free. The architecture is typical of traditional Chinese temples in Singapore with ornate roof tiles, bright colors, decorative carvings of dragons, phoenixes, lotus motifs. Within walking distance from Bugis / Bencoolen MRT stations. It can get quite crowded, especially during Chinese New Year, the eve of it, first/15th day of lunar month, or other religious festivals. Expect long queues and limited space during those times. Bringing offerings (flowers, incense) incurs cost. There are vendors outside selling offerings. Visit early in the morning on a weekday to avoid crowds. Dress modestly (cover shoulders and knees), remove shoes before entering prayer halls. Photography is allowed outside; NOT inside.

Danny G.

Google
Amazing experiences, you must come to experience yourself, to tap to the strong positive energy. I will bring my family to visit this temple soon. May Everyone's Wishes Come True!

Benedict C.

Google
Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple is one of the most well-known and visited temples in Singapore. Dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy (Guanyin), it attracts both worshippers and tourists daily. The temple is beautifully maintained, and incense offerings create a deeply spiritual atmosphere. It can get crowded, especially on weekends and during festive periods, but everything is well-organized with volunteers guiding visitors. Conveniently located near Bugis MRT, it’s easy to include in a city visit. A meaningful place to experience Singapore’s cultural and religious heritage.

J L.

Google
Crowded over weekend well maintained temple… was told by the Grab driver MUST visit… and been there 👍

E “HONESTY” T

Google
Make wishes ( anything except💰. Wonder WHY ? MIGHTY GOD wants us to remember this : “ NO PAIN NO GAIN “ because money DON’T drop from sky and we have to work hard to achieve goals in a honest and safe ways 😉) and should any of your wishes came true please ( you MUST ) return for “THANK YOU” in a red packet or 🧧.
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Francine L.

Yelp
It's a popular temple for locals and tourist in Singapore. Very close to Orchard road you could walk here or take a cab or take the local subway system. But I prefer walking around and seeing different things along the way. This temple though is under some construction for the outside so it doesn't look as nice as how it should be right now. Plenty of people are walking around in the inside and outside. Be aware though you are not allowed to take any pictures inside but of course you can take some on the outside. There are signs right in front of the door that says this. It's a small temple but still worth a look to just come and enjoy for a few minutes. Around the area there are fortune palm readers and fortune tellers, also a food court and a shopping place for women's clothes and souvenirs! Tip- Bring some cash!
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Gin Y.

Yelp
This was a nice traditional temple to pray to Guanyin, which in Buddhism is referred to as the goddess of mercy. At the temple entrance, they provided incense at no charge. There are lighting stations for the incense as well. You can take pictures of the front of the temple, but no pictures or video inside the temple. I got told by security not to video the temple after the fact. Oops. Some people also purchased flowers just outside of the temple as offerings to Guanyin. This is worth checking out if you're sightseeing around Singapore.

Ursula Y.

Yelp
We live in NZ and always visit the temple when we're in Singapore. Visiting the temple makes us feel really peaceful and happy. Outside the temple there's a number of flower stands (they also sell praying sticks) you can buy from and offer to Kwan Im once you head inside. You're able to pray inside, it is spacious and always kept clean. You can pray for as long as you like and you're also able to make a donation at either side of the table inside the temple. You can also bring fruit offerings to Kwan Im and collect it afterwards. The people that work at the temple are friendly as well.
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Huiyin S.

Yelp
This traditional Chinese temple allows a place for worshippers to pay their respects to Kuan Yin, also known as Bodhisattva, the Goddess of Mercy. Inside the temple, worshippers light sticks of incense to offer their thanks to the deities. Right outside the temple, stalls of flower-sellers populate the grounds. The temple serves as a site of great congregation especially during Chinese New Year, and specifically on the eve of this festival. In the hours before midnight, worshippers swarm from across Singapore to pay their respects inside the temple. Stalls selling flowers, plants, tidbits, and decorative items pop up along the street that leads to the temple. Incense-sellers join flower-sellers on the grounds, their tin cans providing fires for people to light their incense. The mood is festive and rowdy even when it rains (as it has for the past two years), and there is truly no other place to be at the cusp of a new year.
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Tony U.

Yelp
Love the smell of incense here. An excellent place to meditate and to find inner peace. Be sure to take your shoes off if you opt to "shake sticks" or pray closer to the Guan Yin. Her statue is the beautiful golden one in the center with many arms. To the right is the monkey god and I'm not sure what the one to the left is. There is also plenty of chairs along the side of the interior. And donations are welcome to the left and right of these golden statues. Please be respectful and do not take photos inside.
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Qype User (.

Yelp
Goddess of Mercy Chinese Temple in Singapore is also known as the Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho. The temple is dedicated to Guanyin, the Chinese Goddess of Mercy. The temple was built in 1884, and enlarged in 1895 and 1982. The Temple gets very busy during Chinese New Year festivals with thousands of people coming to pray. There is a large urn outside where people leave their burning incense sticks before entering the temple. The colourful Hindu Sri Krishnan Temple is nearby. Have a look!
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Vince T.

Yelp
One of the most popular Chinese Temple here in Singapore. A place for you to worship The Goddess of Mercy. You just need 3 incense and you can take it outside the entrance for free, you can also buy flowers from the stall outside the temple from $3 It close around 7pm daily so do take note of this.
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Christine L.

Yelp
Respect respect respect. That sums up what I feel about this place. I've been there at least once a year, more so during my struggling... no, younger years. I've even tried seeking the advice of the Goddess of Mercy, also called divination, which the temple is famous for. The process is to get a tin of what looks like wooden sticks and a pair of red blocks, take a seat in the mat in the central area, convey your thoughts and questions to the deity, and proceed to shake the tin while facing upright. One of the divining sticks will fall off and you'll have to throw the red blocks to see if it is the correct divination. The blocks should be one facing up and the other facing down to be successful. After which, just take your corresponding stick to the sides for interpretation by the temple staff or via the books. Remember to take off your shoes before stepping onto the mat in the center.