The Former Chong Cheng School on Aliwal Street The former Chong Cheng School on Aliwal Street, which has been transformed into a new community centre, is another ancient school that has recently had a second lease of life. The Aliwal Arts Centre was formed from the Chong Cheng and Chong Pun school structures, which are … Read more
Abdul Gaffoor Mosque also known as Masjid Abdul Gaffoor Masjid Abdul Gaffoor (Abdul Gaffoor Mosque) stands on Dunlop Street in Little India, a striking mosque with a vivid yellow façade topped by green onion-shaped domes. I frequently stop in my tracks to admire this architectural marvel, much like many other visitors and locals who pass … Read more
Singapore’s most renowned shrines – Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple Devotees have gathered in front of the Kwan Im temple at Waterloo Street, just a stone’s throw away from the epicentre. Incense is burning on all sides, and devotees are chanting “Shitai Hosshi!” (meaning “Sutra Fireball”) with their cheeks pressed against one another. Many … Read more
The little England – Pek Kio Pek Kio, a small town located adjacent to Singapore’s city centre, has a relaxed pace of life that resembles its marshy history. The realm of tranquillity is only the surface, however. Underneath the calm lies a deep history with several significant events for Singapore. Pek Kio has seen its … Read more
Try and Find your luck in Parrot Astrology The fortune-teller is perhaps the most mystical of all the traditional street vendors in Singapore. In addition, there are various approaches used by different fortune-tellers. The parrot astrologer is one of a kind. In parrot astrology, the parrot (usually a parakeet) interprets your fortune card while the … Read more
Residence Of Tan Teng Niah The Residence of Tan Teng Niah, located only a minute’s walk from Little India MRT Station, is a fantastic place to stay while exploring Singapore. While the choice of psychedelic colours on the exterior post-restoration is debatable, one cannot dispute that this eight-room Chinese mansion screams for attention in the … Read more
Orchard Road History – Plaza Singapura Recent passers-by of Orchard Road may have observed a considerably more airy and open-air Plaza Singapura. The building’s exterior has been demolished. The Atrium@Orchard, which features a wave-inspired motif, has been built on the site of the old structure. Here’s a quick look at the development of Plaza Singapura’s … Read more
The Esplanade, which opened in 1912, has come a complete circle, seemingly owing to its modern construction (which is still in its early stages). The Theatres on the Bay was built in 2002 to a chorus of brickbats regarding its architecture and price, yet it has won over audiences with its broad artistic offerings. It’s … Read more
Undoubtedly Fresh-up Muscat Street The lovely alfresco cafés in the Kampong Glam area might have piqued your interest. On your way to several lovely outdoor terraces in the region, you’ve undoubtedly noticed a fresh-up Muscat Street. The Sultan Mosque, one of Singapore’s most historically significant mosques, is located on Muscat Street, which has been restored … Read more
“I’ll be in Singapore for only a few days. What should I do if I’m in Singapore? Where can I go?” The Top 10 things to do in Singapore are highlighted in this list, making it easy for you to include them in your short trip itinerary. It’s difficult to define what “interest” means, so … Read more