Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery
콩멩산포각시 사원 · Bishan
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery
Welcome to the Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery, a sprawling spiritual sanctuary nestled amidst the bustling urban landscape of Bishan, specifically located at eighty eight Bright Hill Road. For many travelers, Singapore is…
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To appreciate the grandeur of Kong Meng San today, we must look back to its humble genesis. The monastery was founded in the year nineteen twenty one by the visionary Venerable Zhuan Dao. …
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The monumental scale of the architecture surrounding us is largely credited to the monastery's second great leader. Following the passing of the founder, Venerable Hong Choon assumed the mantle of Abbot in nineteen forty seven. …
Listen in the app4The Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas
As we traverse deeper into the expansive grounds, the skyline is punctuated by the awe inspiring Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas, one of the most significant architectural achievements spearheaded by Venerable Hong Choon. Pagodas,…
Listen in the app5Vesak Day Rituals and Offerings
To truly comprehend the vibrant spiritual heartbeat of Kong Meng San, one must examine the profound rituals that take place during Vesak Day, the holiest day in the Buddhist calendar. Falling on the first full moon of the fourth…
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Another deeply significant and visually striking ritual performed extensively on Vesak Day is the ceremonial Bathing of the Buddha. Long, patient queues of devotees snake through the courtyards, waiting for hours for this once a…
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After exploring the vast exterior grounds, one must venture into the monumental Venerable Hong Choon Memorial Hall. Ascending to the fourth level, you will enter a space of breathtaking spiritual gravity known as the Hall of No…
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As our extensive tour of the Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery concludes, take a final, lingering look at the sweeping, majestic rooflines set against the modern Singaporean sky. This sprawling sanctuary is far more than just…
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What is Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery?
Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery is a place in Bishan with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Bishan |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 1.3614, 103.8360 |
| Last updated |
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