1)\u00a0Swee\u00a0<\/strong>Choon<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>Tim-Sum<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n![\"Swee](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/swee-choon.jpg\")
CC by 2.0 \/\u00a0phuongkim1981<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\nGo for late night dim sum in the back alleys of\u00a0Jalan\u00a0Besar. This may not be the most glamorous joint, but it sure is nostalgic with its bright white lights and tiled walls. Attracting crowds from all walks of life (including international and local celebrities), this dim sum destination serves up unpretentious, tasty, hot food that is frequently praised in the media. The signature deep-fried\u00a0mee<\/em>\u00a0<\/em>sua<\/em>\u00a0kueh<\/em>\u00a0is excellent after a night out drinking, but still visit even when you\u2019re sober as it\u2019s a worthwhile experience.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
2)\u00a0Biscuit King<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n![\"biscuit-king\"](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/biscuit-king.jpg\")
Cecilia Koh<\/em><\/span><\/p>\nAhh, who remembers childhood memories of snacking on UFO crackers, jam-filled biscuits, Hiro cakes and haw flakes, playing Old Maid<\/em> and\u00a0Donkey<\/em>\u00a0<\/em>card games with the family and battling for \u2018country erasers\u2019 with classmates when the teacher wasn\u2019t paying attention?\u00a0Consider visiting Biscuit King for a blast from the past. The store stocks old-school snacks and games that will have you reliving those fun times in no time.<\/p>\nWhere:\u00a0130 Casuarina\u00a0Road, Singapore 579518<\/em>. Open every day except for Mondays.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
3) Mama Shops<\/strong><\/h3>\n![\"Singapore](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/mama-shop-singapore.jpg\")
CC by 3.0 \/\u00a0Richard Lee<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\nBefore the time of sparkling clean supermarket aisles stocked with products from across the globe, locals obtained their groceries and snacks from\u00a0mama<\/em>\u00a0<\/em>shops, which were usually owned by Indian men called\u00a0mamaks<\/em>\u00a0(hence the name). These shops were also a favourite after-school stopover for kids looking for a snack (Twisties\u00a0and ice lollies, anyone?).<\/p>\nThese days,\u00a0mama<\/em>\u00a0<\/em>shops are a rare find. You could stumble upon the smaller ones in the void decks of older housing estates, such as\u00a0Redhill, or the rare bigger store that\u2019s managed to survive, despite the competition from chain supermarkets, like the one at\u00a0Penang\u00a0Road.<\/p>\nInside, you\u2019ll find the same things as before \u2013 groceries, snacks, household goods and\u00a0knick-knacks.\u00a0However, barcode\u00a0scanners might be missing. Instead, you\u2019ll find the owners using a calculator to total up the cost on old-school sticker price tags. It\u2019s as if you\u2019ve time travelled\u2026<\/p>\n
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See<\/strong><\/h2>\n4) Kampong\u00a0<\/strong>Lorong\u00a0<\/strong>Buangkok<\/strong><\/h3>\n![\"Kampong](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/kampong-lorong-buangkok.jpg\")
Jnzl’s Public Domain Photos<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\nYes, an actual kampong\u00a0in Singapore still exists off\u00a0Yio\u00a0Chu\u00a0Kang\u00a0Road. Follow Gerald Drive till you see a handwritten sign that points you in the direction of Kampong\u00a0Lorong\u00a0Buangkok. You\u2019ll feel as if you\u2019ve entered a time warp when you see the old houses with zinc roofs, open spaces and dogs and chickens roaming free. The zone has been marked for development at an unspecified future date, so don\u2019t delay your visit. Just be sure to respect the privacy of the residents who have lived here for generations as you explore this unique piece of Singaporean history.<\/p>\n
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5) Reflections at Bukit\u00a0<\/strong>Chandu<\/strong><\/h3>\n![\"Reflections](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/reflections-at-bukit-chandu.jpg\")
CC by 3.0 \/\u00a0Soham Banerjee<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\nBukit\u00a0Chandu, which means Opium Hill in Malay, marks the area where the Battle of\u00a0Pasir\u00a0Panjang\u00a0took place. It was the Malay Regiment\u2019s last stand against the Japanese army, who attempted to infiltrate the area. Unfortunately, the battle was lost as the Malays were vastly outnumbered.<\/p>\n
Now, the area is home to Reflections at\u00a0Bukit\u00a0Chandu, which is a World War II interpretive centre. Housed in a restored colonial bungalow, it pays tribute to the heroes of the past. Plan a day trip here to experience a slice of Singapore\u2019s heritage that has led to the country\u2019s present-day success. The bungalow itself is a must-visit for architectural and photography enthusiasts.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll find Reflections at Bukit Chandu at 31-K\u00a0Pepys\u00a0Road Singapore 118458. It\u2019s closed on Mondays (except for public holidays) and admission is free for Singapore citizens and permanent residents.<\/p>\n
Visit the NHB website for more info<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
6) National Gallery Singapore<\/strong><\/h3>\n![\"National](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/national-gallery-singapore.jpg\")
CC by 2.0 \/\u00a0smuconlaw<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\nTwo of Singapore\u2019s most monumental buildings, the former Supreme Court and City Hall, are currently being refurbished to transform into the\u00a0National Gallery Singapore<\/a>.<\/p>\nLocals already began documenting the gallery on social media during the Naked Museum Building History Tour (#nakedmuseumsg<\/a>), where participants explored the museum in its \u2018naked\u2019 splendour before any artworks were installed. The museum is opening in October 2015 and will house the world\u2019s largest collection of Singaporean and Southeast Asian art, dating from the 19th\u00a0century to the present.<\/p>\nDo<\/strong><\/h2>\n\u00a07. Punggol\u00a0<\/strong>Waterway\u00a0<\/strong>Park<\/strong><\/h3>\n![\"Punggol](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/punggol-waterway-park.jpg\")
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Punggol has transformed into a waterfront town, thanks to the construction of Punggol Waterway, the longest man-made waterway in Singapore. It provides water to the Punggol housing estates, as well as serves as a park for residents.<\/p>\n
The park is shaping up to become a destination unto itself, with four zones marking its different sections: Nature Cove, Heritage Zone, Green Gallery and Recreation Zone. The beautiful scenery itself is an unexpected surprise amidst our concrete jungle. Jog, cycle or\u00a0rollerblade\u00a0along the promenade and you might spot birds\u00a0such as the black-naped\u00a0oriole, rose-ringed parakeet and white-throated\u00a0kingfisher. A water playground also makes for splashing good fun for the kids.<\/p>\n
Take the\u00a0LRT\u00a0from\u00a0Punggol\u00a0MRT\u00a0Station to\u00a0Damai\u00a0LRT\u00a0Station. Walk towards\u00a0Punggol\u00a0Road and you will find a path heading to the waterway.<\/p>\n
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8. Changi<\/strong>Point Coastal Walk<\/strong><\/h3>\n
CC by 2.0 \/\u00a0phuongkim1981<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\nGo for late night dim sum in the back alleys of\u00a0Jalan\u00a0Besar. This may not be the most glamorous joint, but it sure is nostalgic with its bright white lights and tiled walls. Attracting crowds from all walks of life (including international and local celebrities), this dim sum destination serves up unpretentious, tasty, hot food that is frequently praised in the media. The signature deep-fried\u00a0mee<\/em>\u00a0<\/em>sua<\/em>\u00a0kueh<\/em>\u00a0is excellent after a night out drinking, but still visit even when you\u2019re sober as it\u2019s a worthwhile experience.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Ahh, who remembers childhood memories of snacking on UFO crackers, jam-filled biscuits, Hiro cakes and haw flakes, playing Old Maid<\/em> and\u00a0Donkey<\/em>\u00a0<\/em>card games with the family and battling for \u2018country erasers\u2019 with classmates when the teacher wasn\u2019t paying attention?\u00a0Consider visiting Biscuit King for a blast from the past. The store stocks old-school snacks and games that will have you reliving those fun times in no time.<\/p>\n Where:\u00a0130 Casuarina\u00a0Road, Singapore 579518<\/em>. Open every day except for Mondays.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Before the time of sparkling clean supermarket aisles stocked with products from across the globe, locals obtained their groceries and snacks from\u00a0mama<\/em>\u00a0<\/em>shops, which were usually owned by Indian men called\u00a0mamaks<\/em>\u00a0(hence the name). These shops were also a favourite after-school stopover for kids looking for a snack (Twisties\u00a0and ice lollies, anyone?).<\/p>\n These days,\u00a0mama<\/em>\u00a0<\/em>shops are a rare find. You could stumble upon the smaller ones in the void decks of older housing estates, such as\u00a0Redhill, or the rare bigger store that\u2019s managed to survive, despite the competition from chain supermarkets, like the one at\u00a0Penang\u00a0Road.<\/p>\n Inside, you\u2019ll find the same things as before \u2013 groceries, snacks, household goods and\u00a0knick-knacks.\u00a0However, barcode\u00a0scanners might be missing. Instead, you\u2019ll find the owners using a calculator to total up the cost on old-school sticker price tags. It\u2019s as if you\u2019ve time travelled\u2026<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Yes, an actual kampong\u00a0in Singapore still exists off\u00a0Yio\u00a0Chu\u00a0Kang\u00a0Road. Follow Gerald Drive till you see a handwritten sign that points you in the direction of Kampong\u00a0Lorong\u00a0Buangkok. You\u2019ll feel as if you\u2019ve entered a time warp when you see the old houses with zinc roofs, open spaces and dogs and chickens roaming free. The zone has been marked for development at an unspecified future date, so don\u2019t delay your visit. Just be sure to respect the privacy of the residents who have lived here for generations as you explore this unique piece of Singaporean history.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Bukit\u00a0Chandu, which means Opium Hill in Malay, marks the area where the Battle of\u00a0Pasir\u00a0Panjang\u00a0took place. It was the Malay Regiment\u2019s last stand against the Japanese army, who attempted to infiltrate the area. Unfortunately, the battle was lost as the Malays were vastly outnumbered.<\/p>\n Now, the area is home to Reflections at\u00a0Bukit\u00a0Chandu, which is a World War II interpretive centre. Housed in a restored colonial bungalow, it pays tribute to the heroes of the past. Plan a day trip here to experience a slice of Singapore\u2019s heritage that has led to the country\u2019s present-day success. The bungalow itself is a must-visit for architectural and photography enthusiasts.<\/p>\n You\u2019ll find Reflections at Bukit Chandu at 31-K\u00a0Pepys\u00a0Road Singapore 118458. It\u2019s closed on Mondays (except for public holidays) and admission is free for Singapore citizens and permanent residents.<\/p>\n Visit the NHB website for more info<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Two of Singapore\u2019s most monumental buildings, the former Supreme Court and City Hall, are currently being refurbished to transform into the\u00a0National Gallery Singapore<\/a>.<\/p>\n Locals already began documenting the gallery on social media during the Naked Museum Building History Tour (#nakedmuseumsg<\/a>), where participants explored the museum in its \u2018naked\u2019 splendour before any artworks were installed. The museum is opening in October 2015 and will house the world\u2019s largest collection of Singaporean and Southeast Asian art, dating from the 19th\u00a0century to the present.<\/p>\n Punggol has transformed into a waterfront town, thanks to the construction of Punggol Waterway, the longest man-made waterway in Singapore. It provides water to the Punggol housing estates, as well as serves as a park for residents.<\/p>\n The park is shaping up to become a destination unto itself, with four zones marking its different sections: Nature Cove, Heritage Zone, Green Gallery and Recreation Zone. The beautiful scenery itself is an unexpected surprise amidst our concrete jungle. Jog, cycle or\u00a0rollerblade\u00a0along the promenade and you might spot birds\u00a0such as the black-naped\u00a0oriole, rose-ringed parakeet and white-throated\u00a0kingfisher. A water playground also makes for splashing good fun for the kids.<\/p>\n Take the\u00a0LRT\u00a0from\u00a0Punggol\u00a0MRT\u00a0Station to\u00a0Damai\u00a0LRT\u00a0Station. Walk towards\u00a0Punggol\u00a0Road and you will find a path heading to the waterway.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n2)\u00a0Biscuit King<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n
Cecilia Koh<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n3) Mama Shops<\/strong><\/h3>\n
CC by 3.0 \/\u00a0Richard Lee<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\nSee<\/strong><\/h2>\n
4) Kampong\u00a0<\/strong>Lorong\u00a0<\/strong>Buangkok<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Jnzl’s Public Domain Photos<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n5) Reflections at Bukit\u00a0<\/strong>Chandu<\/strong><\/h3>\n
CC by 3.0 \/\u00a0Soham Banerjee<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n6) National Gallery Singapore<\/strong><\/h3>\n
CC by 2.0 \/\u00a0smuconlaw<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\nDo<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\u00a07. Punggol\u00a0<\/strong>Waterway\u00a0<\/strong>Park<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/p>\n8. Changi<\/strong>Point Coastal Walk<\/strong><\/h3>\n
![\"Changi](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/changi-point-coastal-walk.jpg\")
![\"hotel-1929-shophouse-singapore\"](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/hotel-1929-shophouse-singapore.jpg\")
![\"shophouse-1929-singapore\"](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/shophouse-1929-singapore.jpg\")
<\/p>\n![\"d'kranji\"](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/dkranji.jpg\")