Taoist and Buddhist Temples

There are many taoist and buddhist temples in Singapore and they tell us alot about the people, the society and the aspirations of the people who built them. Some of these institutions are more than 100 years old. Considering that Singapore was founded in 1819, these institutions are very significant cultural heritage. Alot of history and social memories are embedded in these place. A visit to these sites is like entering a totally different cultural world.

In the case of Buddhism, almost all schools of Buddhist can be found in Singapore. It is a good place to get a basic orientiation before you visit other places in South East Asia. It gives you the blue print to understand South East Asian culture.

Perspective Journeys organises tours based on Anthropological research and presnts the information in a easy to understand manner. The information is often valid in other places you are visiting. For example, Chinese temples and it symbolism, basic ideas of Buddhism...

Perspective Journeys program gives you a context to appreciate the culture and society you are visiting.