1839 CE–1842 CE
Construction of Thian Hock Keng in Singapore
Religion · Chinese traditions · Diasporas · Popular religion
Chinese immigrants funded this Mazu temple, built between 1839 and 1842. Materials and artisans from Fujian linked the port of Singapore to religious networks in southern China.
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- Start
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- End
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- Dating in the source document
- 1839–1842
- Calendar and convention
- Historical-era years; the source calendar is not identified. No conversion of days is assumed.
- Year zero
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- Documentary review
- 2026-09-04
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Sources
- National Heritage Board — Thian Hock Keng (opens in a new tab)
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- 2026-09-23
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