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In the heart
of Little India in Georgetown, on the corner of Lebuh
Chulia and Lebuh Queen, lies the Sri Mariamman Temple.
Sri Mariamman is the oldest and, arguably, most famous
Hindu temple in Malaysia.
Decorated
in the colourful and distinct style of South Indian
architecture, the temple is adorned with nearly 40
statuettes of Hindu Gods, Goddesses and sacred animals.
Many of the statuettes are mounted on the impressive
facade of the temple which rises over 23 feet high.
The
interior is also adorned with various statues of Hindu
Gods and Goddesses, including a priceless statue of Lord
Subramaniam - the much respected Hindu deity, decorated
in gold, diamonds and emeralds.
The quiet
and peaceful air within the temple is broken only by the
occasional cooing of the many doves that flock the
temple grounds. Prayers are usually conducted by the
temple priests in the early morning and visitors may
observe these prayer sessions taking place. |
