Gurdwaras in Singapore

The Central Sikh Temple, also known as the Central Sikh Gurdwara or Wadda Gurdwara — meaning 'The Big Temple' — is the oldest and most revered Sikh place of worship in Singapore. Located at Towner Road at the junction of Serangoon Road in the Kallang district, the temple is a spiritual and cultural landmark for the Sikh community throughout Singapore and the broader Southeast Asian region. Conveniently situated near Boon Keng MRT station on the Northeast Line, it is easily accessible to daily worshippers and curious visitors alike. Established in 1912, the Central Sikh Temple holds the distinguished status of being the first Sikh gurdwara in Singapore. Over more than a century of continuous existence, it has evolved from a modest bungalow on Queen Street to a purpose-built modern complex that continues to anchor Singapore's Sikh community. Recognising its enduring importance to both the Sikh community and the nation's multicultural heritage, Singapore's National Heritage Board designated the temple a historical site on 8 May 1999. As the premier gurdwara in Singapore, the Central Sikh Temple serves both as a house of divine worship and as a vibrant community hub. The temple complex is home to several key Sikh institutions, including the Central Sikh Gurdwara Board (CSGB), the Singapore Sikh Education Foundation, and the Sikh Youth Centre. The on-site Dr. Amar Kaur Memorial Clinic provides medical services to the community, embodying the Sikh values of seva (selfless service) and compassionate care for all. At the spiritual heart of the temple is the Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, the eternal living Guru of the Sikh faith, enshrined within the Darbar Sahib. Daily religious programmes are held throughout the year, and the gurdwara celebrates all major Sikh occasions, including Gurpurabs (anniversaries of the Gurus), Baisakhi, Hola Mohalla, and Bandi Chhor Divas. The langar (community kitchen) is a defining institution of the gurdwara, serving free vegetarian meals daily to all who enter — irrespective of faith, nationality, or social standing. This centuries-old Sikh tradition of communal eating, rooted in the principle of equality, continues to thrive here through the dedicated service of community volunteers. Alongside Gurdwara Sahib Silat Road, the Central Sikh Temple is one of only two officially recognised public Sikh temples in Singapore, making it a cornerstone of the nation's religious and multicultural landscape. It remains a living testament to the contributions of the Sikh community to Singapore, serving not only as a place of worship but as an enduring symbol of faith, service, and heritage.

Gurdwara Sahib Yishun is a community gurdwara that serves as a center for worship, congregation, and social services for the local Sikh community located in Malaysia. It is situated in Malaysia, where the Sikh community has deep historical roots dating back to the British colonial period. As with all gurdwaras, Gurdwara Sahib Yishun welcomes visitors of all faiths and backgrounds. The gurdwara serves as a place of worship where the Guru Granth Sahib (the holy scripture of the Sikhs) is kept with great reverence. The community gathers here for daily prayers (Nitnem), Kirtan (devotional singing of hymns from the Guru Granth Sahib), and Katha (religious discourse). The gurdwara operates a Langar (community kitchen) where free vegetarian meals are served to all visitors regardless of religion, caste, gender, economic status, or ethnicity. This practice, established by Guru Nanak Dev Ji and formalized by Guru Angad Dev Ji, embodies the Sikh principles of equality, sharing, and selfless service (Seva).

Khalsa Dharmak Sabha is a community gurdwara that serves as a center for worship, congregation, and social services for the local Sikh community located in Malaysia. It is situated in Malaysia, where the Sikh community has deep historical roots dating back to the British colonial period. As with all gurdwaras, Khalsa Dharmak Sabha welcomes visitors of all faiths and backgrounds. The gurdwara serves as a place of worship where the Guru Granth Sahib (the holy scripture of the Sikhs) is kept with great reverence. The community gathers here for daily prayers (Nitnem), Kirtan (devotional singing of hymns from the Guru Granth Sahib), and Katha (religious discourse). The gurdwara operates a Langar (community kitchen) where free vegetarian meals are served to all visitors regardless of religion, caste, gender, economic status, or ethnicity. This practice, established by Guru Nanak Dev Ji and formalized by Guru Angad Dev Ji, embodies the Sikh principles of equality, sharing, and selfless service (Seva).

Silat Road Sikh Temple is a community gurdwara that serves as a center for worship, congregation, and social services for the local Sikh community located in Singapore, Malaysia. It is situated in Malaysia, where the Sikh community has deep historical roots dating back to the British colonial period. As with all gurdwaras, Silat Road Sikh Temple welcomes visitors of all faiths and backgrounds. The gurdwara serves as a place of worship where the Guru Granth Sahib (the holy scripture of the Sikhs) is kept with great reverence. The community gathers here for daily prayers (Nitnem), Kirtan (devotional singing of hymns from the Guru Granth Sahib), and Katha (religious discourse). The gurdwara operates a Langar (community kitchen) where free vegetarian meals are served to all visitors regardless of religion, caste, gender, economic status, or ethnicity. This practice, established by Guru Nanak Dev Ji and formalized by Guru Angad Dev Ji, embodies the Sikh principles of equality, sharing, and selfless service (Seva).

Sri Guru Singh Sabha is a community gurdwara that serves as a center for worship, congregation, and social services for the local Sikh community located in Singapore, Malaysia. It is situated in Malaysia, where the Sikh community has deep historical roots dating back to the British colonial period. As with all gurdwaras, Sri Guru Singh Sabha welcomes visitors of all faiths and backgrounds. The gurdwara serves as a place of worship where the Guru Granth Sahib (the holy scripture of the Sikhs) is kept with great reverence. The community gathers here for daily prayers (Nitnem), Kirtan (devotional singing of hymns from the Guru Granth Sahib), and Katha (religious discourse). The gurdwara operates a Langar (community kitchen) where free vegetarian meals are served to all visitors regardless of religion, caste, gender, economic status, or ethnicity. This practice, established by Guru Nanak Dev Ji and formalized by Guru Angad Dev Ji, embodies the Sikh principles of equality, sharing, and selfless service (Seva).