Journey to discover hidden cultural heritage between Singapore
When it comes to Singapore, we all think of the image of a modern city, and not many people know the history of formation and cultural traditions of the lion island nation.
With the hot and humid weather in Singapore, how great it is to come to Mei Heong Yuen to enjoy a modern and traditional dessert! The restaurant is located in Chinatown, bearing the Singapore cultural heritage.
Jinrikisha Station was built in 1903 and used to be the trailers registry office. In Japanese, Jinrikisha means "hand truck".
Eng Aun Tong factory - Tiger Balm tiger oil factory is a three-storey building located at 89 Neil Road built in 1924. Tiger Balm tiger oil contains menthol (methol) in the formula , famous for healing wounds, treating headaches, fatigue, sprains, ...
Nestled behind a yellow veil on Keong Saik Road is Tong Ah Eating House. The restaurant was founded in 1939, and at that time, the owner discovered the secret to roasting 3 types of coffee beans with sugar and butter. Previously, the shop was located in a prominent red building between Teck Lim Road and Keong Saik Road and this is also the birthplace of the art of mixing butter and coffee.
In addition, this place is also famous for traditional Singapore breakfast with four different combo sets for diners to choose. And their best seller is Combo B - Crunchy Kaya toast served with half a boiled egg and a buffet drink (SGD 4.90).
Located near The Pinnacle @ Duxton building is Duxton Plain Park. Unlike any other park, this park contains a remarkable cultural heritage of Singapore
Formerly it used to be a railway to Pulau Saigon - a small island south of the Singapore River but has now been destroyed and replaced by Duxton Plain Park.
Foong Kee officially opened in 2003, famous for wonton noodles, char siu meat and roast pork
The tough noodles served with delicious char siu meat, filled with special sauce made from oyster sauce, soy sauce, lard make the dish more perfect than ever.
If wonton noodles aren't your favorite, don't forget to try roast pork. The tender meat is soaked in the spice and the skin is crispy and very fragrant. Roast duck meat is also a dish you should definitely enjoy. If traveling in groups, you can order a variety of meat dishes, so you will enjoy more meat flavors at super-low prices.
Address: 6 Keong Saik Rd, Singapore 089114
Opening hours: Monday - Friday: 11:00 - 21:00; Closed on Saturday, Sunday
How to get there: Walk 4 minutes from MRT Outram Park station
Duxton
1. Enjoy tea at the Tea Chapter
With the large number of immigrants coming to Singapore in the 1800s, Singapore's culture is deeply influenced by Chinese culture. And since then the culture of bending tea was born from here.
Tea Chapter is the largest and oldest tea shop in Singapore still in existence today!
Don't miss the chance to enjoy Chinese tea, also known as Chayi (茶 化), also known as "the art of drinking tea at Tea Chapter." This tea shop is extremely famous, in 1989, Queen Elizabeth II - visited and enjoyed the Golden Cassia Oolong tea! ($ 25 / box). Tea is brewed in the traditional way and at Tea Chapter, you will learn more about brewing methods to get the best taste! Besides tea, you can enjoy it with a few snacks such as chicken eggs (SGD1.50), lychee jelly (SGD4) or oolong sweet potato (SGD4).
Address: 9 Neil Rd, Singapore 088808
Opening hour: Thursday - Sunday: 11:00 - 22: 30 | Friday, Saturday and holidays: 11:00 - 23:00
How to get there: Walk 7 minutes from Outram Park MRT station
2. See the whole area at The Pinnacle @ Duxton building
The building was started in 2001 under the direction of the late Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew, with the aim of reviving and honoring the historical importance of the area.
The Pinnacle @ Duxton is currently the tallest public housing project in the world and has the world's longest aerial garden. Standing on the 50th floor of The Pinnacle @ Duxton, you will easily enjoy not only the panoramic view of the Duxton area but also the overview of Chinatown and Singapore Strait. In addition, this is also considered an ideal place to enjoy the cool breeze and relieve stress.
The building was started in 2001 under the direction of the late Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew, with the aim of reviving and honoring the historical importance of the area.
The Pinnacle @ Duxton is currently the tallest public housing project in the world and has the world's longest aerial garden. Standing on the 50th floor of The Pinnacle @ Duxton, you will easily enjoy not only the panoramic view of the Duxton area but also the overview of Chinatown and Singapore Strait. In addition, this is also considered an ideal place to enjoy the cool breeze and relieve stress.
Stand out from the cafes along Duxton Street is Xiao Ya Tou - an Asian restaurant famous for its unique cuisine. The restaurant is beautifully decorated in a classic style!
There are old toys on the shelf and retro Swatch antique watches hanging on the wall
At Xia Ya Tou, you can enjoy a multitude of unique cocktails created by local beverage ingredients such as Milo Dinosaur, Yuan Yang. Milo Dinosaur is made with Stolichanya Red, chocolate wine, sugar and condensed milk, and ice made from milo! Also try the special drink Xiao Ya Tou made with Beefeater, Berries Lychee, Citrus and Rose syrup.
Don't miss out on the best-selling dish, XYT Hokkien Mee (Stir-fried noodles with shrimp)! This is a popular dish, easily found in hawker, and very popular among Singaporeans. Usually people fry noodles with thinly sliced pork and shrimp and squid. Xiao Ya Tou Restaurant also creates a new flavor by adding clams to the dish. So do not miss this special dish.
Address: 6 Duxton Hill, Singapore 089592
Opening hour: Monday - Thursday: 12:00 - 23:00 | Friday: 12:00 - 24:00 | Saturday: 10:00 - 12:00 | Sunday: 10:00 - 17:00
Getting there: 8 minute walk from Outram Park MRT station
Quotes: Klook