Lian Shan Shuang Lin Monastery

莲山双林寺 commonly known as Shuang Lin Monastery, has its history dated back to 1898, 79 years after the British founding of Singapore.

It is the oldest Buddhist monastery in Singapore & its gazette as a National Monument, symbolizes its historical and architectural value.
It has a unique blend of architectural styles from Fuzhou, Quanzhou and Zhangzhou Counties of Fujian province, and Chaozhou County of Guangdong province in southern China.

As you can see from below location map, you could spend some time exploring & appreciating the temple's history & architecture.

Hall of Three Saints

Dragon Light Pagoda

Did you notice this before you take a walk round the Dragon Light Pagoda?



On certain days (if I recall correctly, is 1st & 15th of lunar month & special occasion like celebration days of GuanYin where a crowd is expected), you would be able to sample nice vegetarian dishes which the volunteers prepare for sale to public during lunch hours as part of their fund-raising effort for the temple at the canteen beside their Hall of Guanyin.

The temple is located at the Toa Payoh estate (184 Jalan Toa Payoh) so you may take MRT to Toa Payoh then take bus 238 from the Interchange & alight at Blk 27 Toa Payoh Lor 6.

ps. If you would like a guided tour, you may consider contacting Cultural Compass.