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Sri Poyatha Moorthi Temple

, Est. 1780s

About Sri Poyatha Moorthi Temple

Built in the 1780s, Sri Poyatha Moorthi Temple stands as a significant historical and religious landmark in Malacca. The temple is dedicated to Lord Ganesha, revered for his wisdom and ability to remove obstacles. The structure features a colorful entrance tower and houses shrines honoring the deity. Located in the historic Kampung Keeling area near the Kampung Keeling Mosque and Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, this temple represents an important part of Malaysia's Hindu heritage and the Chitty community's cultural legacy in Southeast Asia.

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How to reach

Address
No. 5 to 11, Jalan Tukang Emas, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia
Directions
Sri Poyatha Moorthi Temple is located in at 2.2056°N, 102.2424°E. Open in Google Maps
Temple office
06-281 0693

Darshan & aarti timings

Timings may vary on festival days — please confirm with the temple before travelling.

Daily
18:00 – 24:00
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Festivals celebrated here

The temple is busiest and most beautifully decorated on these days.

24Nov
Kartik Purnimaकार्तिक पूर्णिमा

Dev Deepawali, Ganga ghats lit

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01Apr
Hanuman Jayantiहनुमान जयंती

Birth of Hanuman

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08Nov
Diwaliदीपावली

Festival of lights, Lakshmi puja

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