Thaipusam
Why it ranks
Hindu festival with a 3.2-km procession from Serangoon Road to Tank Road; in 2026 more than 19,000 devotees carried milk pots and 349 bore kavadis.
Don't miss: Watch the kavadi procession
Best for: Respectful spectators interested in Hindu culture.
Good to know: Roads along the route close; watch from the sidelines and do not block devotees.
Key facts
| Type | attraction |
|---|---|
| Entry fee | Free |
| How to get there | Farrer Park MRT (NE8) for the start; Fort Canning (DT20) for the end |
| Hours | Usually January or February; procession runs overnight |
Score breakdown
| Signal | Points | How it was calculated |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews · 45% weight | 9/45 |
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| Credentials · 15% weight | 0/15 |
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| Track record · 15% weight | 0/15 |
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| Transparency · 25% weight | 10/25 |
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| Evidence points | 19/100 | #1 in Festivals & events, Thaipusam, has 19 points |
| Score | 99 | 60 + 39 × (19 ÷ 19)1.5 · How the category score works |
Licences, accreditation & registrations
No licence or accreditation on record yet.
Address
Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple, Serangoon Road to Sri Thendayuthapani Temple, Tank Road (approximate map position)
Evidence & sources
- roots.gov.sg/ich-landing/ich/thaipusam — Roots.sg (NHB) intangible cultural heritage: Thaipusam
- tabla.com.sg/news/singapore/record-19000-devotees-fill-streets-thaipus — Tabla! 2026: route and Hindu Endowments Board figures
FAQ
Where is Thaipusam?
Thaipusam is at Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple, Serangoon Road to Sri Thendayuthapani Temple, Tank Road.
How much is the entrance fee at Thaipusam?
Free. Fees are set locally and change; confirm before you go.
How do I get to Thaipusam?
Farrer Park MRT (NE8) for the start; Fort Canning (DT20) for the end
How is Thaipusam ranked?
Thaipusam has a category score of 99 (19 evidence points) and ranks #1 for festivals & events in Singapore on our editorial methodology. Payment never affects rank.
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