Chinatown

Location

Singapore
Singapore
1° 17' 3.984" N, 103° 50' 36.1536" E
SG
General info: 

The Chinatown in Singapore is the name of a district with predominately Chinese cultural influence. The area is a myriad of various architectural styles, ranging from baroque to Victorian, all with a touch of Chinese culture. The Chinatown has a long history, but its modern-day look it owes to architects from the 19th century onwards.

Important landmarks of the area include 2 places of worship – the Jamae Mosque and the Sri Mariamman Temple. These 2 buildings stand in a predominately Chinese neighborhood. The mosque was built by the Tamil Muslim community, while the Sri Mariamman is an Indian temple.

Getting there: 

Chinatown is located in an area named Outram. The district has its own metro station – Chinatown, operating in the very center of the area.

Costs: 

Whether you decide to dine in some traditional Chinese restaurant or shop in boutiques in the area, you’ll find that the prices are more than affordable.

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