Theemithi (Firewalking)
Devotees walk across burning coals in honour of Draupadi.
ॐ ऐं ह्रीं क्लीं चामुण्डायै विच्चे
Om Aim Hrim Klim Chamundaye Viche
The Navarna mantra invoking the nine-fold form of the Divine Mother.
🙏 Jai Mata Di
A sacred Singapore National Monument. Come take darshan of Devi, revered here in the form of Mariamman.
Every devotee is welcome at Sri Mariamman Temple. Here is how you can participate.
Sri Mariamman is the oldest Hindu temple in Singapore, founded in 1827. It is dedicated to Devi Mariamman who protects devotees from illness and plague.
— Mariamman —
ॐ ऐं ह्रीं क्लीं चामुण्डायै विच्चे
Om Aim Hrim Klim Chamundaye Viche
The Navarna mantra invoking the nine-fold form of the Divine Mother.
Jai Mata Di
The daily cadence of worship that has continued for generations.
Weekly Shakti abhishekam in the main sanctum.
Devotees walk across a 4 m bed of burning coals in vow fulfilment to Draupadi.
Community food offering — open to all visitors.
Sri Mariamman is the oldest Hindu temple in Singapore and a gazetted National Monument. It is the principal South Indian temple for the Tamil Hindu community and hosts the famed Theemithi firewalking festival — devotees walk across glowing embers in fulfilment of vows to Draupadi Amman.
Nine celebrations a year light up the sacred calendar.
Devotees walk across burning coals in honour of Draupadi.
Essential guidance for a blessed and comfortable darshan at Sri Mariamman Temple.
Traditional attire preferred. Wraps provided at the entrance.
Weekdays and early mornings see shorter queues. Allow at least 2–3 hours for a complete darshan experience.
Free. Camera permit: SGD 3.. Carry small currency for prasadam offerings and temple donations.
Phones, cameras, leather items and tobacco are typically prohibited inside the sanctum. Cloakroom facilities are available at most temples.
Footwear must be removed before entering the temple precinct. Designated chappal stands are available at the entrance.
After darshan, receive the sacred prasadam — blessed food offered to the deity — as a tangible blessing to carry home.
Sri Mariamman Temple welcomes devoted patrons who wish to support its daily sevas and preserve it for future generations.
Singapore
Singapore, Central, Singapore
✈️ Singapore Changi Airport (22 km)
🚆 Chinatown MRT (5 min walk)
Open in map →Founded 1827 CE
Read the story →Full timings, dress code, and directions for your pilgrimage.
Plan your visit →A visual pilgrimage through the temple’s architecture and sacred moments.
View photos →Daily pujas, major festivals, and opportunities to sponsor sacred rituals.
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