Sri Mariamman Temple in Penang

Considered to be the most popular Hindu Temple in Malaysia, Sri Mariamman Temple in Penang is located in Georgetown. This oldest Hindu temple of Penang in Malaysia, displays the traditional architectural designs of South India and has nearly 40 idols of various Hindu gods, goddesses and animals. Built in 1883, Sri Mariamman Temple derives its name from Goddess Mariamman, represented by one of her incarnations through the statuettes of four swans.

Features of Sri Mariamman Temple in Penang

  -  You will be impressed by the sight of intriguing sculptures of gods and goddesses on its main entrance and facade.
  -  As a part of the Dravidian style of architecture, it has a gopuram (tower).
  -  The statue of Lord Subramaniam inside the temple. is bejewelled with gold, silver, diamonds and emeralds
  -  You should visit this temple during the Thaipusam festival held in January every year.
  -  A procession of the decked statue of Lord Subramaniam is carried out on a silver chariot.
  -  There are also temples with the name of Sri Mariamman Temple in Medan, Indonesia and Tamil Nadu, India.
  -  Regular prayers are performed by the temple priests every morning in the early hours
  -  You can attend the prayer sessions with due permission.

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