First Parsi and Zoroastrian museum opens in Singapore


Parsi artifacts like Lamassu/Godha featured; DIVO a lamp symbolize light that dispels darkness and SES auspicious tray holding ceremonial utensils. - ST

SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/Asia News Network): Singaporeans now have a chance to learn more about the Parsi community, numbering about 350 here, with the opening of a museum on Monday (March 14).

Based in Zoroastrian House in Desker Road in Rochor, it is a showcase of the Parsis' history, traditions and Zoroastrianism, one of 10 recognised religions here.

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