Discover the extraordinary world of Mazu (妈祖), the legendary Goddess of the Sea, famed for her supernatural powers from a young age — calming storms, rescuing fishermen, and guiding sailors safely home. After her mysterious disappearance at sea, she was deified by coastal communities who depended on the ocean for survival. Today, she remains a symbol of protection, resilience, and the enduring bond between people and the sea.
Begin your journey at Thian Hock Keng Temple, where early Hokkien seafarers prayed for safe voyages. This temple is a masterpiece of traditional Hokkien architecture, featuring grand entrance gates, dazzling red-and-gold interiors adorned with intricate dragon mosaics and delicate carvings crafted by skilled artisans from Fujian Province.
Next, explore the quiet charm of Yueh Hai Ching Temple, Singapore’s oldest Teochew temple, known for its three-dimensional ceramic rooftop sculptures depicting myth, prosperity, and strength. This sacred space has been a spiritual anchor for generations of seafarers and traders.
The final stop is the breathtaking Fu Ning, a massive, hand-crafted wooden junk docked at Raffles Marina. Step aboard this majestic vessel, a floating altar, here, Mazu’s spirit watches over all who continue to seek the sea.
This isn’t just a heritage tour — it’s a journey through myth, migration, and belief, inviting you to experience Singapore as its early seafarers did and rediscover the sea’s sacred beauty.
