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Singapore鈥檚 Ethnic Heritage: Kampong Glam

Singapore鈥檚 Ethnic Heritage: Kampong Glam, Singapore, Singapore

No doubt one of the country鈥檚 most colorful streets, a visit to Singapore is not complete without checking out the Muslim quarter of Kampong Glam.

Once a residence of Sultan Hussein Shah of Johor, Kampong Glam grew from cultural exchanges thanks to diverse immigrant communities of Malays, Indonesians, Baweanese, Banjarese, Arabs, Indians and Chinese.

Today, its glorious past can be seen from the majestic religious architecture, vibrant shophouses and delicious gastronomy. Kampong Glam is also renowned for its young arts scene and beautiful street arts hidden in various corners of the alleys.

Set very close to the CBD area, Kampong Glam is very accessible via the main MRT line. Simply alight at Bugis station and a short walk will get you to the key attractions.

Designed by DP Architects in Art Deco style reminiscent of New York鈥檚 Chanin Building, this commercial square right next to the Bugis MRT is worth making a quick visit to admire its granite, bronze, lacquer and glass exteriors. You will also notice effigies of influential figures such as Abraham Lincoln, Salvador Dali, Albert Einstein, Shakespeare and many more! ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Singapore鈥檚 Ethnic Heritage: Kampong Glam
Guide Location: Singapore » Singapore
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: Andrew Darwitan
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
  • Parkview Square
  • Haji Lane
  • Craft Assembly
  • Hygge
  • Gelam Gallery
  • Arab Street
  • Molkan Fabrics
  • Sifr Aromatics
  • Motion Art Space
  • Guilt
  • Bussorah Street
  • Sultan Mosque
  • The Gem Museum
  • Hjh Maimunah Restaurant and Catering
  • Vintage Camera鈥檚 Museum
  • Masjid Malabar
  • Singapore Chinese Opera Museum
  • Aliwal Street
  • Cuturi Gallery
  • Aliwal Arts Centre
  • Gedung Kuning
  • Malay Heritage Centre
  • Maison Ikkoku
  • Hajjah Fatimah Mosque
  • The Projector

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