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Singapore: Colonial District Cultural Walking Tour
Guide Location: Singapore » Singapore
Guide Type: Self-guided city tour
# of Attractions: 11
Tour Duration: 2 hour(s)
Transportation Mode: by foot
Travel Distance: 3.1 km
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Author: vickyc
Singapore's culture is a combination of Chinese, Hindu, Arab and other cultures. People living in Singapore are immigrants from different parts of the world. This self-guided tour will lead you through the Colonial District also known as the Civic District, where you can see how these different cultures were integrated to make up this city-state's culture.
Tour Stops and Attractions
Asian Civilizations Museum
1) Asian Civilizations Museum
Asian Civilizations Museum shows how so many cultures and civilizations can accommodate each other. Visiting this museum one can better understand and appreciate all the different cultures that go into making Singaporeans what they are - a cosmopolitan people. The museum also contains a shop and a cafe with a nice view of the river.
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Victoria Theater
2) Victoria Theater
Victoria Theater and Concert Hall consist of two buildings and a clock tower. The architecture of the buildings is Victorian Revivalist. Victoria Theater used to be the Victoria Memorial Hall, built in memory of Queen Victoria. In 1954 it was remodeled as a theater. Nearby is the statue of Sir Stamford Raffles, founder of Singapore.
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Arts House
3) Arts House
The Arts House in the Old Parliament displays the latest work done by Singapore's artists. The art represented here inspires the visitors and is part of the heritage of the city. It is also an interactive gallery where people connect with the authors of the works of art through entertainment events.
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Singapore Philatelic Museum
4) Singapore Philatelic Museum
The Singapore Philatelic Museum deals with post offices in Singapore and with stamps. It is for those interested in rare stamps. It gives some information about Singapore's history and its philatelic heritage. There are permanent and temporary exhibitions. Also there is a shop where you can buy stamps.
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Peranakan Museum
5) Peranakan Museum
Peranakan Museum in Singapore is the first museum dedicated to Peranakans in the world. Peranakans are descendants of Chinese immigrants of the late 15th and early 16th centuries who moved to Nusantara, Malaya, Java and some other places. There are ten permanent galleries that display Peranakan culture, their way of life and their traditions. Do not miss the Peranakan Wedding Bed. Mrs. Quah Hong Chiam of Penang delivered the first seven of her 11 babies on this very bed.
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Eagle's Eye Art Gallery
6) Eagle's Eye Art Gallery
Eagle's Eye Art Gallery is housed, in the center of Singapore, in an elegant, beautiful building. It is a small gallery that exhibits and sells South-east Asia paintings. Most works are created by local artists.
National Museum of Singapore
7) National Museum of Singapore
The National Museum of Singapore is the oldest museum in the city. It displays collections related to the history of the city and the archaeological values of Singapore and Asia. The building of the museum is designed in the Neo-Palladian and Renaissance styles. There is a glass rotunda. Its most attractive artifacts are: the Singapore Stone, Gold Ornaments of the Sacred Hill from Eastern Java, the portrait of Frank Athelstane Swettenham, a Peranakan coffin cover, etc.
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Singapore Art Museum
8) Singapore Art Museum
The Singapore Art Museum exhibits Singapore's national art. It owns an amazing collection of 7750 pieces of Singaporean and Southeast Asian Contemporary Art and also some international works of art. It is rated among the finest art museums that lives up to exacting international standards. Here, you can admire paintings, sculptures and installations by local and world-famous artists. It also offers interactive experiences in art.
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Chijmes
9) Chijmes
To experience what is unique about Singapore's lifestyle visit Chijmes. It was founded in 1854 and used to be the Convent of the Holy Infant Jesus. Today it is a national heritage site with its fine Gothic architecture and amazing history. CHIJMES gradually turned into a popular dining, shopping and entertainment place. CHIJMES Hall and chapel are wonderful places for hosting musicals, recitals and theatrical performances.
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Raffles Hotel Historical Building
10) Raffles Hotel Historical Building
The Raffles Hotel historical building is a symbol of Singapore and one of its principal sights. It was built in the name of the founder of the city, Sir Stamford Raffles. There are restaurants, a museum, a beautiful tropical garden and an old theater in Victorian style. The hotel has rooms that once belonged to famous people from all over the world.
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Civilian War Memorial
11) Civilian War Memorial
The Civilian War Memorial is a part of the heritage of Singapore and one of the most important historical landmarks of the city. It is dedicated to Singaporeans murdered during the Japanese invasion. The monument tells a lot about Singapore and its population. It is made of four identical pillars, 70 meters tall, that represent the integration of the four main races living together in Singapore - Chinese, Malay, Indian and other races and is set in the War Memorial Park.
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