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Singapore
offers unparalleled experiences to its travelers. And
you being the one of those lucky travelers can easily
understand why it is so.
There are numerous tourist
attractions here. All locations master one another in
one or the other aspects.
Some acquaints you to the
hard-core Chinese culture, some to the Arabian culture
and there are still some which verily reflects Indian
elements.
As you step into Little India, be prepared for an assault on the senses! You will be greeted by the strong, heady scent of spices and jasmine garlands, followed by the treasure trove of silverware, brassware, wood carvings and colourful silk saris, dazzling to behold. Pick up a walking guide and start your exploration of this colourful ethnic quarter.
The first Indian settlers in Singapore arrived with Sir Stamford Raffles as assistants and soldiers back in 1819. In the late 19th century, many more Indian immigrants arrived to find work, be it as labourers to build roads or to take up key positions in the civil service.
Today, 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.
During Deepavali (usually between Oct/Nov), the Indian Festival of Lights.
Little India is transformed into a fairyland of gaily decorated, brightly lit streets bustling with shoppers.
Witness also the faith of devotees during the colourful and ritualistic Thaipusam in Jan/Feb each year.
And if you too want to get acquainted with
or have an urge to know these diverse yet colorful cultures,
then lets get on the Little India tour .
You can have many unique experiences here which are
not so possible in other places.
This kaleidoscopic
region replicates Indian elements and culture. And to
know what you may get being in Little India, follow
the interesting information given below.
Little India tour means visiting an array of Hindu
temples, mosques and other places of worship. These
places of worship are;
- Foochow Methodist Church
- Kampong Kapor Methodist Church
- Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple
- Angullia Mosque
- Sri Vadapathira Kaliamman Temple
- Jalan Mosque
- Central Sikh Gurdwara
- The Abdul Gafoor Mosque
- Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple
- Buddhist Sakyamuni Buddha Gaya Temple
- Leong San See Temple
Besides, you can also explore a fascinating array of
Indian silks, brassware and bangles .
And it is an ideal place as well to savor North and
South Indian cuisine.
Worldtravel4indians.com offers interesting information
on Little India Tour and many more around Singapore
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