2024

SRI POYATHA VENAYAGAR MOORTHI TEMPLE

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Built in 1781 on land donated by the Dutch, this temple is one of the first Hindu temples built in Malaysia. It is dedicated to the divinity Vinayagar, better known as Ganesh, the elephant-headed god. There is also an altar dedicated to Muruga, Ganesh's younger brother, much revered by the Tamil Nadu Indians. Note the Dutch influence in the architecture, including the entrance, walls and roof, which make this Hindu temple a unique example.

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