[2025 Singapore Attraction] Travel Guide for Toa Payoh Lorong 7 Park (Updated May)

#singaporetrip Tucked away in a quiet corner of Toa Payoh, Siong Lim Temple (also called Lian Shan Shuang Lin Monastery) feels like a secret portal to ancient China. With its swooping roofs, intricate carvings, and tranquil courtyards, this 100+ year-old temple is Singapore’s best-kept spiritual hideout. First Impressions: A Time Capsule 🕰️ Stepping past the giant red gates, I was hit with the earthy scent of sandalwood incense mixed with the faint rustle of wind through old banyan trees. The temple’s main prayer hall is a masterpiece—golden Buddhas, flickering oil lamps, and the soft hum of chanting. No crowds, no rush—just pure, unfiltered peace. The "Whoa" Moment 🏯 I turned a corner and BAM—the Seven-Tiered Pagoda, standing tall like something out of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. It’s the only one of its kind in Singapore, and climbing up (yes, you can!) gives you a sneaky view of the city skyline between the temple’s tiled roofs. Hidden Gem: The Backyard Bamboo Forest 🌱 Behind the main complex, there’s a quiet bamboo grove with stone benches—perfect for: Pretending you’re a wandering monk (just me?) Actually meditating (if you’re that disciplined) Escaping Singapore’s heat in the shade Food Detour: Temple Eats & Toa Payoh Treats 🥢 The temple’s vegetarian canteen (open to public!) serves soy-based "char siew" buns that taste shockingly like the real deal. For post-visit cravings, Toa Payoh’s famous lor mee (thick, vinegary noodles) is a 5-minute walk away. Quick & Soulful Itinerary ⏳ ⏰ 9AM – Arrive early, beat the heat & soak in the serenity ⏰ 9:30AM – Explore the main halls + pagoda climb ⏰ 10:30AM – Tea break at the temple canteen ⏰ 11:30AM – Chill in the bamboo garden (bring a book!) Pro Tips 💡 ✔️ Dress modestly (shoulders/knees covered) ✔️ No loud noises—this isn’t the place for TikTok dances ✔️ Weekdays = empty, weekends = occasional ceremonies Final Thoughts 💭 Siong Lim Temple is Buddhist tranquility meets architectural wonder—minus the tourist crowds. I left feeling 10x calmer (and maybe a tiny bit wiser?). Would I go back? In a heartbeat. Know more underrated temples? Drop ’em below! 👇 #SingaporeSecretSpots

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#wheretogo This breathtaking monastery was established in 1898 and inspired by the Xi Chang Shi temple in Fuzhou, China. Two majestic gates frame the entrance, while further to the right is a seven-storey pagoda adorned with carvings. Inside the complex, shaded pathways lead from bonsai-filled courtyards to the monastery's three main halls, of which the Mahavira Hall is the most spectacular. To the left of the monastery stands the weathered Cheng Huang Temple, dedicated to the Town God, administrator of justice in the netherworld. The main hall was built in 1912, its thick beams stained from decades of incense smoke. The monastery and temple are about a 1km walk east of Toa Payoh MRT station.

#wheretogo Not sure where to bring your young ones this weekend? Here at Heights Park in the middle if HDB blocks at Toa Payoh, Enjoy up to 4 different play ground! 1) Waterplay with many interactive installations. 2) Sand play with FLYING fox!! 3) Long Bridge connected with Slides at the end 4) 2 Big trampolines At least 3 hours to fully appreciate this over the top fun playground All for Free! Visit at least once and you will come back for more!