Kusu pilgrimage season 2016

Download 9 kusu island stock photos for free or amazingly low rates. Basic drill instructor course 2 16 bgi 2012 details. This year, the pilgrimage season to tortoise island kusu means tortoise or turtle in hokkien is from oct 20 to nov 17. Download 23,971 annual season stock photos for free or amazingly low rates. Quite a nice, small island kusu island, singapore traveller. The best time to visit kusu is in october, the ninth lunar month. Annual kusu pilgrimage season losing devotees, singapore.

Fewer and fewer devotees are embarking on the annual kusu island pilgrimage during the ninth lunar month. Thousands of new, highquality pictures added every day. Many people continue to worship at the islands sacred sites, especially in the annual kusu pilgrimage season during the ninth lunar month, usually between september and november. Find kusu island singapore oct 2 2016 stock images in hd and millions of other royaltyfree stock photos, illustrations and vectors in the shutterstock collection. Pilgrimage season starts tomorrow until 7 november. Dear officers and teachers, hq has tasked zone 9 to support the sinmal first aid competition on 2 nd june as audiences. As of yesterday 12 days to the end of the season about 26,000 people have made the trip so far, said mr li guoli, the manager of singapore island cruise and ferry services, who provides daily 30minute ferry services to the island.

Keeping alive kusu island pilgrimage sfj sqfeed journal. Ferry will bring you from marina south pier to st johns island and then to kusu island before returning to marina south pier. Every year for the month of september to october which falls on ninth month of chinese calendar, for a long month for the local residents, visitors and tourists alike visit to a kusu island. At da bo gong temple, built in 1923 and dedicated to the chinese god of prosperity, you will hear the whispers of worshippers through the wafting incense smoke. A dedicated ticketing booth was set up just for the pilgrimage as i believe this is the only season that the tiny isle would experience a spike in. Kusu island, singapore oct, 2 2016 annual pilgrimage. Kusu island singapore has a few islands and one of them is the southern island of kusu.

Dec 20, 2016 i visited this quaint little temple island during kusu pilgrimage season, which runs from 1st october to 30th october this year in 2016, so the island was super packed with people burning incense and paper to pray at the da bo gong temple to the god of prosperity. In its heyday in the 1990s, more than 200,000 thronged the island during the season each year. Two swimming lagoons, toilets, shelters and picnic areas. Kusu islands annual pilgrimage season starts on sunday. Be there to experience for yourself this uniquely singaporean culture. The company principal activity is in building construction n. During this period, ferries for the pilgrimage will depart from marina south pier to kusu island from 7. Tens of thousands of devotees are expected to visit the da bo gong, or tua pek kong, temple on kusu island during the islands annual pilgrimage season from sunday sept 29 to oct 27. The monkies definitely enjoyed themselves, especially the marine park public gallery. This year, the time has come, kusu pilgrimage season which falls on the th october 2015 to 11th november 2015 for a month long. The caretaker of da bo gong tua pek kong temple on kusu island just a.

Cadets who are keen are to approach their corps superintendent oic otic accordingly. Turns out the kusu island hawker centre is usually unoccupied except during the annual kusu pilgrimage season 9th month of the lunar calendar, around september to november in the gregorian one. If your parents have not been there for a long time, do make an effort to bring them during this period of time as the ferry schedule is much more frequent at an interval. Expect a parking crunch and boarding delays at marina south pier for other southern island destinations during this traditional season. Public gallery closure in octnov 2015 during the kusu island. The company current operating status is live and has been operating for 7 years 162 days. A yearly pilgrimage home a yearly pilgrimage the caretaker of da bo gong tua pek kong temple on kusu island just a 20minute boat ride from singapore stands astride the short flight of stairs leading to the temples inner prayer sanctum, his eyes fixed on the jetty in the near distance. Keeping alive kusu island pilgrimage more related articlesa halfhour boat ride away from marina south pier by the straits times june 23, 2019 head to the southern islands for hidden charmtraces of asbestos, a hazardous material, have been by todayonline may 4, 2018 asbestos found on kusu island.

During this time, about 100,000 pilgrims make the trip to the island. Crime prevention leaders course 2012 reminder details for 2 competitions and 2 courses. Road access to marina south pier during kusu pilgrimage season 2017 1 this years kusu pilgrimage season is from 20 oct 2017 to 17 nov 2017. Cpr aed cardiopulmonary resuscitation automated external defibrillator instructor training course. The sisters islands marine park public gallery on st johns island will be closed during the weekends on 17, 18, 24, 25 and 31 october as well as 1, 7 and 8 november, as the daily scheduled ferry services to st johns island will be temporarily stopped during the kusu pilgrimage season october to 11 november 2015. During this period, many ferries and harbour craft carrying passengers would cross the east keppel. Sentosa harbourfront business association celebrates 2nd anniversary and rings in the merry season with precinctwide. The basic drill instructor bdi course aims to produce a group of noncommissioned officers ncos within the zone who are able and competent to instruct and train members in the corps in matters of drills and regimentation. Marina south pier msp is the transit point where kusu devotees and visitors shall take the ferries to the island. May 19, 2016 kusu island, one of the southern islands of singapore is located about 6 kilometres to the south of singapore.

Photo about driver, pirelli, race, f1test, newest, nico, barcelona, spain, prix, racecar, 2016, mercedes. Kusu island stock photos download 9 royalty free photos. Kusu island, singapore oct, 2 2016 annual pilgrimage season tua pek kong temple. Maritime and port authority of singapore port marine news. Jan 11, 20 most singaporeans dont visit kusu island and the only exception is during the ninth month of the lunar calendar known simply as the annual kusu pilgrimage. This is according to figures provided by sentosa leisure group, which tracks the numbers visiting the southern island during the pilgrimage. The company current operating status is live with registered address at swee hin building. During this period, many ferries and harbour craft carrying passengers would cross the. By the 19th century, there are three keramats, located at the top of a rugged hillock on kusu island, and the popular chinese temple tua pek kong, which houses tua pek kong and goddess of mercy.

Kusu island singapore 2020 all you need to know before. A chinese temple and three malay keramat shrine on the island attract thousands of pilgrims annually. Kusu island singapores pilgrimage site thepinoybyahero. Course joining information for 01 basic drill instructor course. Public gallery closure in octnov 2015 during the kusu. Kusu pilgrimage season 2018 singapore land authority. Oct 01, 2015 the 2015 kusu pilgrimage season will commence on october 2015 and end on 11 november 2015. The island basks in the glory of its name as the tortoise island in chinese. F1 season 2016 presentation of mercedes amg f1 team editorial. He comes here every season, and stays for a long time each time he visits. News 3,000 beneficiaries to gain from sentosa gives this year. New toyota alphardvellfire for corporate eventsorders. No ferry to st johns island during kusu pilgrimage season.

Kusu island, one of the southern islands of singapore is located about 6 kilometres to the south of singapore. They live long lives and are considered the wise old men of the animal world. National day rally 2016 12 national day rally 2017 national day rally 2018 14. The kusu pilgrimage season is held during the ninth month of the chinese lunar calendar. I visited this quaint little temple island during kusu pilgrimage season, which runs from 1st october to 30th october this year in 2016, so the island was super packed with people burning incense and paper to pray at the da bo gong temple to the god of prosperity. From two tiny outcrops on a reef, the island was enlarged and transformed into an island holiday resort of about 85,000 square metres. Oct 11, 2016 kusu island 2016 an annual pilgrimage visit. Marina south pier msp is the transit point where the kusu devotees take the ferries to the island. Gojalanjalan bus transport singapore, singapore, singapore. They are so important in singapore culture that there is even an island named after it. The annual kusu pilgrimage season, which coincides with the ninth lunar month and is ongoing from oct 5 to nov 2, appears to be losing its lustre. Johns island and explore its rich biodiversity and history. Retrieved 2016, september 10 from international institute for asian studies.

Perhaps it will only be open during the busy kusu pilgrimage season. Tens of thousands of pilgrims are expected to make their annual visit to the island. My mom made it a point to visit whereas most people from my generation could not be bothered to do so. The island is also perfect for a idyllic day out in the sun with shelters and picnic tables along the beach for a good relaxation. You can contact us by entering in the information below. Airport transfer weddings corporate events private events family events enquiry. On the same day, there is an upcoming old folk lunch gathering duty. Kusu pilgrimage season is held during the ninth month of the chinese lunar calendar. The 2015 kusu pilgrimage season will commence on october 2015 and end on 11 november 2015. We did manage to catch a glimpse of several monkeys there though. Turtles and tortoises are considered very lucky reptiles in chinese culture.

Kusu island is the site of an annual pilgrimage drawing both chinese and malay devotees. Kusu pilgrimage season 18 oct 09 to 16 nov 09 regular ferry services to kusu and st johns islands will be temporarily be suspended during the kusu pilgrimage. This is according to figures provided by sentosa leisure group, which tracks the numbers. Shippingharbour craft communities travelling by road to marina south pier this years kusu pilgrimage period is from oct 2015 to 11 nov 2015. Sinmal first aid competition cum old folk lunch gathering. The island of kusu st johns island can be reached from the marina bay south pier. Ferries will depart for kusu island from marina south pier from 7am daily during the pilgrimage season from friday oct 20 to nov 17, the. Oct 16, 2016 i visited this quaint little temple island during kusu pilgrimage season, which runs from 1st october to 30th october this year in 2016, so the island was super packed with people burning incense and paper to pray at the da bo gong temple to the god of prosperity.

Ferry does not go back to st johns from kusu island. Kusu island is located at the southern part of singapore and during the annual pilgrimage season lunar 9th month, tens of thousands of devotees are expected to visit the island to pray for peace and prosperity. Sep 25, 2009 kusu pilgrimage season 18 oct 09 to 16 nov 09 regular ferry services to kusu and st johns islands will be temporarily be suspended during the kusu pilgrimage. Road access to marina south pier during kusu pilgrimage season 2015 applicable to. It is strongly recommended that ferry tickets be bought in advanced, online to secure your seats. Kusu island things to do in southern islands, singapore. Cpb matters for your attention implemetation and reminders cpb notification 22016. Intercorps first aid competition 2016 st john brigade. Thats when pilgrims flock to the da bo gong temple to pray and throw coins at the bells aroun. Visit to kusu island visited this place recently and found the place to be clean and quite well maintained.

Its name means tortoise island or turtle island in chinese, named after the myth of a giant magical tortoise that saved some malay and chinese sailors from a shipwreck. The address of the companys registered office is at the m38 building. Since im not good at retelling history, ill copy and paste the islands. Apr 29, 2017 this period is known as the kusu pilgrimage season. The kashmir university students union kusu has deplored that india has waged a war on the people of kashmir, especially youth. Oct 19, 2015 every year for the month of september to october which falls on ninth month of chinese calendar, for a long month for the local residents, visitors and tourists alike visit to a kusu island. Jun 07, 2016 turns out the kusu island hawker centre is usually unoccupied except during the annual kusu pilgrimage season 9th month of the lunar calendar, around september to november in the gregorian one. A yearly pilgrimage the caretaker of da bo gong tua pek kong temple on kusu island just a 20minute boat ride from singapore stands astride the short flight of stairs leading to the temples inner prayer sanctum, his eyes fixed on the jetty in the near distance. Annual season stock photos download 23,971 royalty free. Legend has it that a magical tortoise transformed itself into an island, to save shipwrecked sailors from drowning. Kusu island is one of the southern islands in singapore, located about 5. For a days worth of a different kind of fun, head to st. Congratulations st john brigade singapore, zone nine.