Wak Hai Cheng Bio Temple (Yueh Hai Ching Temple)
An unexpected temple
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Surrounded by skyscrapers, this Taoist temple dating back to 1850 is a perfectly preserved relic in the middle of the central business district.
Meaning "The Temple of the Calm Sea", the temple was founded by Teochew Chinese immigrants, who tended to work as sailors or fishermen, as a place to give offerings to the water spirits. The temple is known for its elaborate roof carvings, the only such temple in Singapore, and as a place to make offerings of joss paper or "ghost money" to appease angry spirits.
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30B Phillip StOpening Hours: Daily 07:30-17:30
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