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Singapore: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today visited Hindu and Buddhist temples and a mosque in Singapore, demonstrating the age-old people-to-people contact between the two countries.
PM Modi, who was in Singapore on a three-day visit, offered prayers at the Sri Mariamman Temple, which is the oldest Hindu temple in the country. The priest of the temple gifted Prime Minister Modi a golden stole.
"Blessed to have prayed at the beautiful Sri Mariamman Temple in Singapore. This Temple illustrates the vibrant cultural connect between India and Singapore," PM Modi tweeted after offering prayers.
Built in 1827, the temple was constructed for worship by immigrants from Nagapatnam and Cuddalore districts of South India. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Mariamman, known for her power in curing illnesses and diseases.
The prime minister also visited Chulia mosque which was built by Chulia Muslim merchants from India's Coromandal Coast under the leadership of Anser Sahib. This is one of the earliest mosques in Singapore. The mosque was established in 1826. PM Modi was presented a green shawl at the mosque.
The prime minister also visited Chulia mosque which was built by Chulia Muslim merchants from India's Coromandal Coast under the leadership of Anser Sahib. This is one of the earliest mosques in Singapore. The mosque was established in 1826. PM Modi was presented a green shawl at the mosque.
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