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Our Collection in the Civic & Cultural District stretches across North Bridge Road, where you can find much of Singapore’s historic landmarks. 

Civic & Cultural District

 

There’s more than meets the eye to this eccentric neighbourhood. Here’s where the Arts and Heritage coexist seamlessly. Let us take you on an extraordinary journey!

The upper end of North Bridge Road is commonly referred to as Kampong Glam. Kampong means ‘village’ while glam refers to ‘gelam’, the name of cajeput trees that once populated the area. It is located in close proximity to the greater area of Bugis. In the 1980s, the area remained clustered with shophouses, parting ways for a few sporadic skyscrapers dominating the skyline.

This was what it looked like in the past
Today, Kampong Glam is popular for its murals and eclectic stores

Within Kampong Glam, lies Arab Street which serves as one of the main thoroughfares for the eclectic and rejuvenated Kampong Glam. It used to house many entrepreneurs with wooden shacks peddling their wares to passing pedestrians. Now, many people consider the Malay conservation district to be the most vibrant among its peers, for it has successfully found a delicate balance between its youthful vibrancy – through its artistic diversity – and its historical heritage. 

Those that are looking to spruce up their Instagram feed or soak in the artistry of the district can find plenty of inspiration in the whimsical backstreets of Kampong Glam. Through the efforts of Gelam Gallery and One Kampong Gelam, artists and students have been commissioned and given space to allow their artistic talent to flourish.

As you head further down on North Bridge Road, you’ll step into the Bras Basah precinct –  home to a number of temples, museums, artistic practices, shopping districts and dining establishments. You can be sure of surprises on every corner! In the 1970s, congregations of book lovers used to frequent the bookstores that were distributed along Bras Basah and North Bridge Road. With the completion of Bras Basah complex in 1979, the bookstores are now consolidated in the single mixed-use development.

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Ever wondered what those colourful windows are?

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Be a “Crazy Rich Asian” for a day at CHIJMES

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Support Local at Curbside Crafters

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What’s that gleaming in the distance? It’s Masjid Sultan!

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Home of the city’s Arts scene and largest annual arts festival

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Hop on and cruise down the Singapore river!

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There are living galleries in Kampong Glam!

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Calling all aspiring Van Goghs and book lovers

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Travel back in time to the 60’s with New World’s End

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Indulge in some juicy tacos and escape to Mexico

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Discover the origins of Singapore’s melting pot

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Authentic Hainanese Chicken Rice? Let’s go!

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Cool off and get your dopamine fix

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Level up your food adventures at Holey Moley Golf Club!

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Tallest public residential building in Singapore!

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It’s a small world of musical boxes

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Rickshaws used to roam our streets

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Learn a little bit more about our Peranakan friends

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Be embraced by the familiar sweet, musky smell of books

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The new tallest building in Singapore!

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Feast on hawker food like never before at Lau Pa Sat

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Venture into the fictional world and let yourself be lost

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Step into Singapore’s oldest Hindu Temple!

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Explore more about the Buddhist culture in this temple

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Yip Yew Chong’s Heritage Mural Trail

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You can’t miss Pure Pandan Chinatown’s chiffon cakes!

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Hipster hawker foods are real! Come to Amoy.

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Ignite your taste buds at Maxwell Food Centre

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To the Moon and back (no, seriously)!

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Time to Swap your Bubble Tea for Chinese Tea!

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