Saturday, November 29, 2008
Little India is the focal point of Singapore's Indian community. Its spice-scented streets beckon you to a cornucopia of ethnic jewellery, jasmine garlands and silk saris. From the large Tekka Centre and Little India Arcade to the small provision shops, Little India is packed with interesting things to discover!!
Getting There:Take the north east line to NE7, Little India station or take SBS Transit bus number 65 from Orchard Road, alight at Tekka Market along Serangoon Road.
What not to miss:
1) Traditional par
rot fortune tellers stationed by the five-foot way2) Henna tatto
Henna has been used for many centuries as part of the adornment of the body. Traditional henna are drawn in geometrical shape on hands, feet and face. But the modern patterning are more complex and beautiful on any parts of body. It is still used by the bride today.
Must try Indian delights:
• **“Teh Tarik”(hand pulled cup of tea) - an Indian specialty
• **Fish head Curry
• Dosa (fermented rice pancakes)
• Tandoori Chicken - semi-fried chicken delicacy marinated in yogurt and seasoned with tandoori masala
• **Nasi Briyani - Rice cooked in spices and meat
Where to find :
Name: Famous Briyani Hut
Address 1:50, Circular Road
Tel:5360293
Name: Bangles Tandoor
Address 1:5, Jalan Kledek Zip Code:199260
If you are interested in discovering more about Little India, there are a selection of walking trails to choose from, they are
Dhobis, Saris & a Spot of Curry
This walking tour is conducted by Journeys Pte Ltd
Every Wednesday, 9.30am- 12noon
Meeting place: Little India MRT Outside Exit E (Buffalo Road)
SGD 25 Adults, SGD 15 Children 12 years & below
For more details, visit http://www.singaporewalks.com or
call (65) 6224 0136.
Desire Paths
Little India audio tour
Tuesdays to Saturdays, 10.00 am - 4.30 pm
No. 65 Kerbau Road, Singapore 219188
SGD 15.00
For details, please call: (65) 6392 1772
After visitng Little India, you may wonder why some of the female Indians have a red spot (called pottu) on their forehead? The pottu signify that the woman was married and hence this help the single men to indicate which women were ELIGIBLE for marriage!!! This is similar to the western wedding ring!
Reference: http://www.visitsingapore.com/mysingapore/#Little%20India
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