Columbarium Niches & Urns in Singapore
Columbaria | Urn Placement | Ash Storage
Columbariums Provide a Sacred Resting Place for Your Loved Ones
Nirvana Memorial Garden Singapore offers serene Columbarium services, meticulously designed to provide dignified resting places for departed loved ones. Situated in the heart of Singapore, our peaceful sanctuaries honour cherished memories within tranquil surroundings, fostering solace and reflection for Singaporeans. Reflecting local customs and traditional beliefs, each columbarium niche is crafted as a sacred space where families can pay their respects and commemorate the lives of their loved ones.
Choose from a variety of columbarium niches, each reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Southeast Asia and designed with local traditions in mind. Our offerings cater to the unique preferences of local communities, ensuring that every niche is a beautiful and enduring testament to traditional values and enduring respect. At Nirvana Memorial Garden, we understand the profound importance of preserving and honouring the memory of your loved ones in a manner that resonates with Singaporean culture and traditional practices.
Exploring the Tranquil Sanctuaries of Nirvana Memorial Garden Singapore's Columbarium
A columbarium is a structure designed to hold cremated remains, providing a dignified final resting place for loved ones who have passed on. Originating from ancient Rome, these repositories feature individual niches or compartments where urns containing ashes can be placed. Nirvana Memorial Garden Singapore stands out as a six-star luxurious private columbarium, blending Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism in its architecture. With state-of-the-art technology, auspicious Feng Shui elements, and meticulous construction standards, it offers a tranquil space for families to honour and cherish their cherished memories.
Features of Our Columbarium Niches and Urns
- Luxurious Private Columbarium: A six-star service ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Cultural and Religious Sensitivity: Respectfully designed to cater to Buddhist, Taoist, and Confucian traditions.
- State-of-the-Art Technology: Incorporating modern amenities to enhance the visitor experience.
- Feng Shui Elements: Thoughtfully designed to ensure harmonious energy flow.
- Peaceful and Serene Atmosphere: A tranquil environment for families to reflect and remember.
Differences between Public and Private Columbarium in Singapore?
As families consider options for the final resting place of their loved ones, understanding the distinctions between public and private columbariums becomes crucial.
| Criteria | Public Columbariums | Private Columbariums |
|---|---|---|
| Accessibility | Managed by government bodies, offering more accessible locations and typically lower costs. | Often run by religious organisations or private companies like Nirvana, providing more personalised services that are highly appreciated by mourning families. |
| Customisation | Limited flexibility in memorialisation options. | Greater flexibility in memorialisation options, allowing families to personalise their tributes with various urn choices, niches, and memorial services. |
| Space and Amenities | May have limited space and amenities. | Often boast spacious, well-maintained facilities with additional amenities such as landscaped gardens, meditation areas, and parking facilities. |
| Privacy and Exclusivity | Provide a more public setting, which may lack privacy and tranquillity. | Provide a more exclusive and intimate setting for families to commemorate their loved ones, offering a sense of privacy and tranquillity that may not be available in public columbaria. |
Public columbariums, also called government-managed columbariums, generally have niche prices starting above $500, excluding the marble plaque which costs about $1000. These niches are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, with an additional $250 fee for any location changes.
Nowadays, many affluent individuals in Singapore prefer private columbariums as they can choose niches based on Feng Shui (风水) principles. There are 61 private columbariums in Singapore, most of which are connected to religious sites like temples or churches. Only two are fully privatised, one of them is Nirvana Memorial Garden.
Generally, private columbariums provide a comfortable final resting place, offering choices of niche design and orientation. They cater to different pricing ranges and include worship services, providing a personalised and respectful environment.
Why Choose Nirvana Memorial Garden Columbarium?
Nirvana Memorial Garden Columbarium offers a thoughtful sanctuary for the eternal resting place of cherished loved ones. With a range of services and amenities tailored to ease burdens and honour memories, choosing Nirvana ensures peace of mind and a profound sense of comfort for families during difficult times.
Varied Columbarium Niches
Nirvana provides diverse columbarium designs accommodating single to multiple urns, empowering families to select niches according to their needs and preferences.
Financial Ease
Our 0% interest monthly instalment plan allows customers to pre-plan repayment over up to 48 months, significantly alleviating the financial strain associated with lump sum payments.
Professional Bereavement Care
Benefiting from our premium services, customers receive complimentary offerings such as cremation ash collection, Ji Ling services, and departure ceremonies, ensuring dignified farewells.
Feng-Shui Harmony
Situated amidst a landscape designed with Feng Shui philosophies in mind, our columbarium offers a serene environment. Fully air-conditioned and meticulously maintained, visitors can honour and pay respects to their loved ones in a comfortable setting.
Nirvana Columbarium
The Columbarium Blocks at Nirvana Memorial Garden Singapore
At Nirvana Memorial Garden Singapore, serenity and reverence come together in our three distinguished columbarium blocks: Ju Xian Dian, Three-Buddha, and An-Ling Suite.
Block A: Ju Xian Dian
Block B: Three-Buddha
Block C: An-Ling Suite
Lin San Temple 灵山寺
Choosing Between Burial and Cremation
Historically, burial was the predominant choice. However, due to limited land resources, the Singapore government introduced the New Burial System (NBS) in 2007. This system limits the burial period to 15 years in public cemeteries. After this period, families must either opt for cremation or purchase a new burial plot.
Currently, Choa Chu Kang Cemetery is the sole cemetery in Singapore that still accepts new burials. This shift is largely due to the practical advantages of cremation, including its efficiency and space-saving benefits.
For those opting for cremation, Mandai Crematorium serves as the primary facility for cremation services in Singapore, offering comprehensive services to meet the needs of families during their time of bereavement.
What to Do With Your Loved One’s Cremated Ashes?
Deciding what to do with a loved one’s cremated remains can be a challenging and emotionally charged process. Many families find themselves grappling with the question of how to honour their departed loved one while also finding a suitable resting place for the ashes.
Traditionally, keeping the urn at home has been a common practice. However, many people find this option unsuitable due to practical or emotional reasons. In such cases, holding a full funeral service, even after cremation, can provide closure and a meaningful way to say goodbye.
While scattering ashes in a beloved location might seem appealing, the irreversible nature of this choice can be daunting for some. The desire to have a physical place of remembrance often leads families to consider internment in a columbarium. A columbarium offers a permanent and dignified resting place where loved ones can visit and pay their respects.
What is a Columbarium?
A columbarium is a structure designed to house urns containing the cremated remains of loved ones. Essentially, it is a building or room with niches where these urns can be placed. The term “columbarium” originates from the Latin word “columba,” meaning dove, as the original structures resembled dovecotes.
Nirvana Memorial Garden offers a variety of columbarium suites, each with a unique theme to cater to different preferences. No matter your religion and beliefs, there is a suitable columbarium to honour your loved one. Our commitment to meeting the increasing demand in Singapore has led us to expand our columbarium offerings to provide more options for families.
What is a Columbarium Niche?
A columbarium niche is an individual compartment within a columbarium where funeral cremation urns are placed. These niches can vary significantly in size, design, and location. They can be found in indoor or outdoor settings and may feature intricate decorative elements or a simpler aesthetic.
Most columbariums offer niches to accommodate individuals, couples, or families. The size and cost of the niche can vary widely, providing options to suit different preferences and budgets. Whether you choose a traditional or contemporary design, a columbarium niche offers a dignified and enduring resting place for your loved one.
How to Personalise A Columbarium Niche
Personalising a columbarium niche is a meaningful way to honour a loved one’s memory. Many people choose to decorate the space to reflect the deceased’s life, personality, or interests.
When decorating, it’s essential to consider the columbarium’s guidelines and restrictions. Some facilities may have limitations on the types of items allowed. Feng Shui principles are also often incorporated into niche design, and some people might choose to arrange items accordingly.
Ultimately, the goal is to create a space that is both comforting and reflective of the loved one’s life.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between a columbarium niche and a columbarium urn?
Can I personalise a columbarium niche?
Can I purchase a columbarium in advance?
Yes, Nirvana offers pre-purchase options for columbarium niches, allowing you to plan and secure a resting place for yourself or your loved ones in advance.
Where is the Nirvana Memorial Garden Columbarium located?
Nirvana Columbarium is conveniently located at 950 Chua Chu Kang Road, providing easy access for visitors to pay their respects.
Can a columbarium niche hold multiple urns?
Yes, some columbarium niches are designed to accommodate multiple urns, offering families the option to keep their loved ones together in one resting place.
Are there specific rituals or ceremonies conducted at columbariums?
Yes, private columbariums often facilitate various rituals and ceremonies, including cremation ash collection, Ji Ling services, and departure ceremonies, to honour and commemorate the departed with dignity and respect.
