Wat Ananda Metyarama
Kampong Tiong Bahru
one of the oldest Thai Theravada Buddhist temples in Singapore
Contents
9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Wat Ananda Metyarama
Welcome, esteemed traveler, to the spiritual enclave of Waht Ah-nahn-dah Meh-tyah-rah-mah, situated gracefully in the heart of the Boo-kit Meh-rah district. As you step away from the relentless kinetic energy of Singapore's urban…
Listen in the app2The Pavilion of the Rahu Deity
As we approach the preliminary structures of the temple, our attention is immediately arrested by the imposing presence of the Rah-hoo deity. In Southeast Asian astrological and mythological traditions, Rah-hoo is a celestial…
Listen in the app3The Prayer Counter and Illumination Dots
Advancing further into the communal heart of the complex, we arrive at the central prayer counter. This area functions as the logistical and spiritual nexus of the temple, managed by dedicated staff—often referred to…
Listen in the app4The Columbarium and the Sacred Bodhi Tree
We now transition to a space of quiet reverence and historical continuity: the columbarium and the adjacent Boh-dee tree courtyard. The columbarium, with its meticulously arranged niches housing the ashes of the departed, is a…
Listen in the app5The Main Shrine Hall Architecture
Standing before the Main Shrine Hall, we are confronted by a masterclass in Thai ecclesiastical architecture, meticulously adapted to the Singaporean urban context. The structure boasts the iconic multi-tiered, steeply pitched…
Listen in the app6The Reclining Buddha Pavilion
Continuing our scholarly circumambulation, we arrive at a specialized pavilion housing the magnificent Reclining Buddha, or as it is colloquially known among some visitors, the lie-down Buddha. This colossal statue is not merely…
Listen in the app7The Botanical Sanctuaries and Floral Offerings
Our final specific site within the complex is the meticulously cultivated garden area, a vibrant horticultural display that serves both aesthetic and ritualistic functions. The tropical climate of Singapore allows for a…
Listen in the app8The Monastic Quarters and Blessing Area
Adjacent to the main public thoroughfares, we find the monastic quarters, an area characterized by a subdued, austere dignity. While the private residences of the monks are restricted, there are designated semi-public spaces…
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As our comprehensive tour of Waht Ah-nahn-dah Meh-tyah-rah-mah concludes, we find ourselves standing once more at the periphery, looking back at the gleaming finials piercing the Singaporean sky. We have traversed a complex…
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What is Wat Ananda Metyarama?
Wat Ananda Metyarama is a place in Kampong Tiong Bahru with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Kampong Tiong Bahru |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 9 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 1.2786, 103.8292 |
| Last updated |
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