- Little India - If your idea of exploring Singapore is to experience locals’ way of life while biting into tea-time treats , then this tour is for you! With 2-3 different tastings woven into a walking tour off the beaten path, our walk takes us into the charming districts of Jalan Besar and Little India where old meets new. Step into a public housing estate, and understand how the ubiquitous apartments paved a way for the nation’s survival in the late 20th century. In a city with an ever-evolving urban environment, see how gentrification has sprouted lifestyle and creative pursuits in an area originally occupied by traditional trades. Hear how immigrants eke a living in early Singapore as we visit places of worship such as Abdul Gafoor Mosque and Sri Veeramakaliamman temple. From spices and slaughterhouses to old-time hawker centres and eclectic shophouses, this tour is for those with a voracious appetite for food and culture.
- Professional Licensed Guide
- Snacks
- This is a walking tour; transportation is not included.
Situated on the city fringe, Little India embodies a fusion of cultures evident in its architecture, religious traditions while offering a glimpse into everyday Singapore. Visit a Hindu temple. Hear about Singapore’s social transformation at a public housing estate. See heritage purveyors in action and discover how these trades are an important pillar of the Indian community, including a tour of a busy hawker centre as we dive into Singapore’s UNESCO-listed Hawker Culture and enjoy local food tastings.
a) Get a headstart on Singapore’s hawker culture and sample 2-3 different foods and a local tea or coffee.
b) Explore historic shophouses and learn about our immigrants’ way of lives and the trades of the past
c) Appreciate the Hindu traditions at a local temple
d) Discover Singapore’s urban development and social housing transformation
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