Saturday, July 27, 2013

Visit to Glass Temple, Malaysia (12/05/2013)

Hmmm, This post is long due. So here comes a nice visit to Glass Temple!

As we are in Woodlands and it's just few minutes away from the Glass Temple, So we are just few minutes away from Malaysia! On a nice Sunday, we managed to make a visit to the world amazing first Hindu glass temple. When I heard the news of glass temple, my visualization was mirror. But once i entered the temple, i never thought that it will be so beautiful with wonderful colors. The Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple is a major Hindu temple as well as one of the oldest temples in Tebrau, Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Read more about the temple here.

We took the bus to Malaysia Kotaraja terminal from Woodlands bus interchange. Then we had to go through Singapore and Malaysia Immigration. So we are done with the visa procedure. :)

So we took a taxi to Glass Temple just after we got out from the Malaysia immigration. The fare was just 4RM. Actually we could have walked to the temple. It was just a walking distance. Outside of the temple would make you a bad impression about the temple. Because it's not cleaned or maintained well. But when you go to the front side and reach the entrance of the temple it's better. When you step-in to the temple, I'm sure you'll say 'WOW'. Yeah it's just amazing with little pieces of mirrors in different colors. I am truly glad to share some pictures I have snapped.

Entrance of the temple


Closer look of the entrance

Interior look of the temple
Wherever you look, it's just glittering everywhere.
The first picture is at the entrance to the main goddess. Others are statues of gods.

There are 10 white marble statues. The Guru believes that these are messengers of God, and visitors of other faiths will be happy to see them here.
These sculptures portray the cycle of life
These paintings are there to convey a universal message of social and racial harmony. In left picture, A cow is next to an Indian girl, a dog is near a Chinese girl while a Malay girl holds a cat in her arms. The other picture has an Hindu motorcyclist being helped up by a Muslim after he fell off his bike, while a Buddhist is picking up his helmet and a Christian is lifting up the motorcycle.
So, it was really a nice experience. I would say, it's one of the must-visit places whoever like to visit interesting places. I'm adding some of other pictures of this beautiful temple.




Last but not least: The introspection!!! :)



Wednesday, July 24, 2013

Excited to go Indonesia!!!

Yes, we are getting a long weekend for Hari Raya Puasa(8th of August) and National Day(9th of August) followed by a weekend. So, it's four days holidays. And we are gonna have fun in Batam Island, Indonesia. 

We have booked the hotel and the ferry from Singapore to Batam. All set and now waiting for 8th. But, it's not coming... The days are going too slow when you expect something right? Yeah it's so true...

Now we are planing like what are the places we are gonna visit and when are we gonna visit bla bla... ~ Fingers crossed ~ 

Friday, July 19, 2013

~ Happy Birthday Sweetheart!!! ~

To the husband i love very much Thiva, 

I know that I don’t say it or show it enough but, I really do love you very very much. When I prayed to God for the perfect husband he gave me exactly what I wanted and that’s you.

You pray for me everyday and you provide everything for me and make sure that I lack nothing, I love you for that. You put my needs and wants before yours and never ask for anything, I love you for that.

We have gone through so much together and even when you know that its not your fault, you take all the blame, I love you for that.

You are the best husband anyone could ask for, I'm very blessed to have you in my life. Simple things make you happy and you never fuss for anything and you are always contented with the little you have.

I have learnt so much from you over the years that we have been together and i strive to acquire the qualities that you possess. I am very proud to be your wife and look forward to spending the rest of my life with you on earth and eternity in heaven.

I do not say it as much as I should. But today I'm saying to the world that I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH You are my love, friend, guide and everything and you deserve much more than you get, that will all change.

Happy birthday, I pray that God bless you with many more wonderful ones to come……I love you...

Your wife, Thanka