In shortFoo Hai Ch'an Monastery is free to enter, at 87 Geylang East Avenue 2. Checked October 2026.
Culture · free
Duration
45 min
The take
A calm, working Buddhist monastery in Geylang East, where Ch'an (Zen) practice carries on day to day. Dress as you would for any temple and keep your voice low.
Good to know
Dharma classes run through the year, alongside congregations and Puja events
Call +65 6748 6676 or check the monastery's Facebook page for announcements before you go
Finding it: 87 Geylang East Avenue 2, Singapore 389753, a Ch'an Buddhist monastery in Geylang East
Address checked October 2026
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