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There
are many tourist attractions in Singapore . You can
go to end number of places and relish their beauty.
Their colorful landscapes and rich heritage define their
charm and splendor.
Geylang, traditionally the home of Singapore’s Malay, Arab and Indonesian communities, is alive with market stalls and bustling crowds, particularly during Muslim festivals.
Spices and rattan from Indonesia, gems from Burma, cotton and gold from India and perfumes from Arabia ?this is the place for the adventurous shopper who enjoys old shophouses as a backdrop to bargain hunting.
The Malay influence is strong throughout Geylang and this is reflected in both the shops and the food centres where nasi padang,a dish served with rice, vegetables and meat, is a particular favourite.
Wander through the numerous lanes off Geylang Road for some delightful scenarios of local life and stroll down Joo Chiat Road for a glimpse of traditional Chinese businesses such as joss stick and candle makers.
Also, drop by at Malay Village. Its shops display a potpourri of Malay traditional items like handicrafts, fabrics, prayer rugs, furniture and antiques.
You can feel the strong presence
and influence of various ethnic groups such as Malay,
Indonesians, Malaysians and Arabian.
No matter whether
it's art, culture or life-style of this country; presence
of all the ethnic groups is accentuated through various
sights. And while you are on Katong Tour in Singapore then all your experiences will witness
the same as others.
Katong, a prestigious suburb and
a residential area in the east of
Singapore near the seafront, is popular for its historical
charm and grandeur . Being in this residential
area which has its deep roots in Peranakans
or Chinese family culture , you can find plenty
of picturesque seaside villas witnessing their home
styles.
Besides, you can also go for buying traditional dress
of female Peranakans which is known as Nonya
kebayas , beaded slippers
and handbags in Katong. Not only this,
your Katong tour also gives you an opportunity to taste
home-made Peranakan cuisine like ayam buah keluak .
However, your tour to Katong also gives you a life-time
opportunity to visit three retail-cum-cultural establishments
displaying the many aspects of Peranakan culture. These
are;
- Rumah Bebe – it sells Nonya kebayas
and accessories, offers classes in Peranakan cuisine,
beadwork and traditional embroidery.
- Kim Choo Kueh Chang – it offers
sweet rice dumplings to savor as well as classes to
teach the art of wrapping Nonya dumplings.
- Saint Francis Enterprise – it
features antique collection of Peranakan jewelry and
True Blue restaurant which offers Peranakan dining.
Apart from all these, you can also visit Eurasian
Heritage Centre, Sri Senpaga Vinayagar Temple and Parkway
Parade , an exquisite shopping mall.
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on Katong Tour and many more around Singapore.
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