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Clarke Quay ~ explore & shopping~

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Singapore is a country surrounded by the sea and along the river. The main river, the Singapore River connects the three quays; Boat Quay, Clarke Quay and Robertson Quay. Today I'll introduce Clarke Quay near the Central Business District in Singapore. It has several faces. In the daytime, the colorful buildings are shining along the river, and the restaurant and stalls are packed with local people and visitors. At night, the vibrant area turns into romantic spot where many couples are gathering and having a wonderful dinner in terraces. In the daytime... Asian Civilisations Museum The classical Asian Civilisations Museum houses the historical Asian treasures. The exhibition shows that Singapore is relevant with Southeast Asia, China, Indonesia and Islamic west Asia. Over the three levels allows you to get excited all the time. In the 1st floor, it tells us trade having history from 9th century. More than 1000 years ago, the Tang Ship, the important ship a...

Kampong Glam~ Explore & Experience~

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     Have you ever read the Arabian Night or Disney Animation movie, Aladdin ? Today I'll talk about Kampong Glam where you'll be in the pages of the stories. Kampong Glam is literally glamorous (glam means glamorous in a local language). Its street has a deep history and culture, which is related to their religion.  Sultan Mosque       Look at this shining Sultan Mosque like the fine sun. The Islamic heart of Singapore was built in 1825 by Sultan Hussian Shah (the first Sultan of Singapore). The impressive complex has the main prayer hall (it can hold up to 5,000 worshipers!! ) and the room in which they are teaching the saying. The travelers can also go inside and learn the history of them and take a look at the Bible. however, please remember non-Muslims are not allowed to enter the prayer hall.  you can join the informative guide tours spoken in English, Malay, Chinese and Japanese.       Th...

Little India~ explore & experience~

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Hellođź‘‹ Today I'll focus on the local people's life and culture. Indian people devote themselves on Buddhism which one of the most major religion in the world. Though it is the same religion with Japan, the atmosphere such as the appearance, music and manner is totally different. Let's take a look at them!!     Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple  It's the most colorful and visually solemn temple in Singapore, where all travelers should stop off. The brutal goddness Kali, wearing a garland of skull looks down you with her sons Ganesh and Murugan. Those who have wishes offer up some flowers and fruits day and night. Travelers can also go inside and see the statues as far as you like, but please mind your outfit!! It should be moderate and harmonized with the tranquil atmosphere. 8 am-noon & 6:30- 9 pm Mon-Thu & Sat, 8 am-noon & 6-9 pm Fri & Sun Free, 5 mins from Little India MRT Station Indian Heritage Center Indian pe...

Little India~see & eat~

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Have you ever experienced teleport like SF movies? Maybe most of you haven't, but I have!! Little India is not little, rather it is the real-deal India. It takes about 10 minutes from  Chinatown MRT Station  to  Little India MRT Station . When you step out of the station, you'll be in drastically different world in the same country. I want you to feel the vibrant district with your five senses; seeing colorful buildings, hearing the Hindi language,  tasting the buzzing foods, touching the wall arts and smelling aromatic incense stick from the temples. In this time, I'll give you an points of arts and food. Arts As you can see, Little India's biggest star is the colorful and ethnic buildings. Many instagramers and bloggers take selfies behind the sun light in the morning. This kind of enormous art (the town is all painted with bright color) hasn't been seen in Japan. If you go around this area, make sure that you bring your own camera. The top...