Fort Canning ParkvsThian Hock Keng Temple
Both are endorsed by professionals. On balance, Thian Hock Keng Temple scores significantly better than Fort Canning Park. Thian Hock Keng Temple ranks #8 in Singapore with approval from 5 reviews such as Fodor's, Condé Nast Traveler and Frommer's.
Fort Canning Park
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Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
Cox Terrace, Singapore 179618, Singapore
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Fodor's "Offering a green sanctuary from the bustling city below, Fort Canning is where modern Singapore's founder, Sir Stamford Raffles, built his first bungalow." Full review
Frommer's "These days, Fort Canning Park is known for great views over Singapore, but in days past, it served as the site of Raffles's home and the island's first botanic garden." Full review
Lonely Planet "Mall-crazy Singaporeans often overlook this gem of a park." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"A major site overlooking the Colonial District." Full review
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Traces six centuries of history in a tour lasting only a few hours.
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"A large green park which attracts visitors thanks to its historic interest, its welcome cool shade and the many cultural events which are held here." Full review
Thian Hock Keng Temple Fodor's Frommer's Michelin Guide
Condé Nast Traveler Lonely Planet
158 Telok Ayer St, Chinatown, Singapore 068613, Singapore
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Fodor's "This structure—the Temple of Heavenly Happiness—was completed in 1842 to replace a simple shrine built 20 years earlier." Full review
Frommer's "Thian Hock Keng, the "Temple of Heavenly Bliss," is one of the oldest Chinese temples in Singapore." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Built... by Chinese immigrants in honour of the sea divinity Ma Zhu Po." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Sinapore's oldest Buddhist temple was built in the traditional southern Chinese style and without using a single nail." Full review
Lonely Planet "Oddly, while Chinatown’s most famous Hindu temple is swamped, its oldest and most important Hokkien temple is often a haven of tranquillity." Full review
