Hi everyone=)!!!! Thanks for checking out our blog!!! Today you’re in for a treat!!! I’ll be introducing some of the cultural hotspots that comprises of Singapore. As you should known, Singapore is a multi-racial society comprising of an assortment of different cultures.

In the past each race was grouped together and given a designated part of Singapore which they were to call home.

The Malays were allocated Kampong Glam and Gelang Seri

Similarly little India back in those days belong to the Indians and a special group of people call the Peranakans dominated the streets of Kotong (mainly Joo Chiat Road and the East Coast Road).

Although today these places have cease to fulfill their purpose, as Singaporeans are no longer restricted to live by race, they are still conserved to look just like how they did in the good old days to serve as a reminder to future generations of the rich cultural history that this small but seemingly unique country we call HOME began with.

Without further ado, let’s start of with

Chinatown

Singapore's Chinatown evolved around 1821 when the first Chinese junk arrived from Xiamen, Fujian province in China. The passengers, all men, set up home around the south of the Singapore River which is known today as Telok Ayer. Chinatown’s local name - Niu Che Shui (Bullock Cart Water) arose from the fact each household at that time had to collect fresh water from the wells in Ann Siang Hill and Spring Street, using bullock-drawn carts.

Getting There:
A short walk from Outram Park (EW16/NE3) or Chinatown (NE4) MRT Stations.

MRT Route Map: http://www.lta.gov.sg/projects/proj_maps_rail_l.htm

What not to miss :

Buddha Tooth Relic Temple & Museum

Houses what Buddhist leaders regard as the *Sacred Buddha Tooth Relic* in a magnificent Relic Stupa composed of 420kg of gold. This Temple is dedicated to Maitreya Buddha, entering the breath taking 27 feet high main temple, visitors would be able to see the beautiful carved wooden Maiteya Buddha image.

Reference: http://www.btrts.org.sg/

Chinatown’s Night Market

Delight yourself with an array of traditional and modern merchandise ranging from street opera masks to handmade ornaments, traditional clothing to unique fashion accessories, you will be spoilt for choice with the eclectic mix of merchandise on offer. For those looking back to kick back and relax, there are also traditional and modern dance performances to entertain you in the evenings.

Reference: http://www.chinatown.org.sg/english/night_market.htm

Chinatown’s Food Street

Come savor some of Singapore's best hawker and restaurant. Discover the joys of al-fresco, road-sidE dining with your family and friends. Soak in the festive ambience of the street amidst 2 rows of conservation shophouses.

Must try Chinese dishes:

Char Kway Teow ( a noodle dish fried with fresh cockles)
Carrot Cake (a steamed savory radish cake fried with eggs and preserved vegetables)
Rojak (a refreshing local salad tossed with sweet sauced and peanuts)

Alrity.....That's all foR todaY's post, stick with us becuase i'll be posting facts on little india real soon!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!cya =)...........

Reference: http://visitsingapore.com