In a previous post I mentioned visiting a church that is known for its unusual wax figurines to burn for sickness and health. And that I bought some myself. Well, here they are, along with some other religious paraphernalia that I bought. The heart is for my mum, who has heart problems, the jaw with […]
Thaipusam
Thaipusam: a Walk of Faith Thaipusam is a highly symbolic Hindu festival celebrated by Singapore’s Tamil community. It is an annual procession by Hindu devotees seeking blessings, fulfilling vows and offering thanks. Celebrated in honour of Lord Subrahmanya (also known as Lord Murugan), who represents virtue, youth and power to Hindus and is the destroyer […]
Four nights in Bangkok….
A photographic reportage from a long weekend in Bangkok. TAXIS There are many thousands of taxi’s in Bangkok (BKK) and lots of them are new and in the brightest possible glossy colours. Not the one that brought us from the airport to the hotel though; probably the eldest and ugliest in town;-) Look at […]
Singapore’s fascinating mix of religions, cultures and rituals
Singapore is a multi cultural city. 77% is Chinese, 14% Malayan, 8% Indian en 1% Eurasian. Talking about the locals aka residents here. Indian couple. In the background muslims and chinese singaporeans. Indian family with in the background again Chinese Singaporeans. Indian family strolling through town. Chinese Singaporeans and chinese Chinese at a […]
