Bodhi Tree@Jin Long Si

Hubby came across about this Singapore's oldest Bodhi Tree at Jin Long Si temple in some forum 2 weeks back. So we decided to go down and witness it ourselves that weekend. We were fascinated! We visited the temple again last week, we even brought friends along :)

Jin Long Si temple (a village-like temple that doesn't look anything like the modern temples in Singapore; it has the unique kampung atmosphere and a place of community spirit) and the 120 years old Bodhi Tree.

What makes this Bodhi tree unique is that you are able to see some (spiritual) images in its trunk. Here we pointed out a few:

An adult elephant, plus another baby elephant if you can see...

An opened left arm stretched downwards...
Hubby and I feel it's a pity that the authorities are taking over the land in the name of progress. They claimed that the land is needed for MRT circle line. The Millenia institute next to the temple has already been torn down. We helped signed the petition to save both the temple and the tree during the trip. If you have the chance, do pay a visit and see it for yourself why this place should be preserved.

Read more about Jin Long Si temple and its Bodhi Tree here and here.

End Note. We saw this rooster while we headed back. Hubby insisted me to snap a photo. Yes, it's such a rare view in Singapore...