Sunday, November 30, 2008
After eating so much good food, its time to do some exercise right ! Lets take a walk around Singapore to discover its rich heritage and culture. I would bring you through the famous cultural sites in Singapore.
First stop: Geylang Serai
Geylang Serai is the cultural heart of the Malay community in Singapore.
There is a cultural museum which features a fascinating collection of artifacts like weaving tools, musical instruments and an extensive display of a traditional Malay wedding complete with hand-sewn garments, accessories, and a Bridal Chamber.
The Malays are the native inhabitants of Singapore. After the British dispersed the Malay floating village at the mouth of the Singapore River in the 1840s, the Malays, together with the large influx of Malaysians and Indonesians, congregated in Geylang.
Feeling hungry again? Geylang Serai has one the the best food in Singapore, with over 20 different stalls and variety to choose from, one is spoilt for choice!
References: http://www.visitsingapore.com/publish/stbportal/en/home/what_to_see/ethnic_quarters/geyland_serai.htm
Second Stop : Asian Civilisations Museum
Where Asian Cultures Come Alive!
It also has many artefacts from the 1980s such as trishaws , old newspapers and even the telephones which my grandma uses when she was young. This is indeed a very eyeopening place .
One of the current exhibitions is Neither East Nor West: Asians in Monochrome and the upcoming one are Fantastic Creatures! and The Kangxi Emperor. Check for more info on http://www.acm.org.sg/exhibitions/exhibitions.asp?
Reference: http://www.acm.org.sg/home/home.asp
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