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Thian Hock Keng Temple
Why it ranks
Hokkien temple gazetted as a National Monument in 1973, among the first batch of buildings to receive that status.
Don't miss: Carved roof and timber details
Best for: Architecture lovers and heritage walkers in Telok Ayer.
Good to know: An active temple; keep voices low and ask before photographing worshippers.
Key facts
| Type | Chinese temple |
|---|---|
| Entry fee | Free |
| How to get there | Telok Ayer MRT (DT18) |
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 Temples, mosques & churches, Thian Hock Keng Temple, 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
158 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068613 (approximate map position)
Evidence & sources
- roots.gov.sg/places/places-landing/Places/national-monuments/thian-hoc — Roots.sg: National Monument, address, 1973
- roots.gov.sg/MUSE/articles/Monuments-Focus-Thian-Hock-Keng — NHB article: first batch of monuments
FAQ
Where is Thian Hock Keng Temple?
Thian Hock Keng Temple is at 158 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068613.
How much is the entrance fee at Thian Hock Keng Temple?
Free. Fees are set locally and change; confirm before you go.
How do I get to Thian Hock Keng Temple?
Telok Ayer MRT (DT18)
How is Thian Hock Keng Temple ranked?
Thian Hock Keng Temple has a category score of 99 (19 evidence points) and ranks #1 for temples, mosques & churches in Singapore on our editorial methodology. Payment never affects rank.
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