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Sign Up. Travel Guides. Videos Beyond Hollywood Hungerlust Pioneers of love. Prianka Ghosh. Give us feedback. Read Next View. New centre for Malay heritage. National Heritage Board. Sultan Gate. Arif Zahari. Berita Harian , p. Singapore: th anniversary of the founding of Singapore. Singapore: Times Printers, p. Kampong Glam Branch 10th anniversary celebrations souvenir ]. Xinjiapo: Gai zhibu shizhounian qingweihui chubangu]. Changing times Singapore: Singapore Broadcasting Corporation.

Singapore, then and now. Singapore: University Education Press, pp. Historic districts in the central area: A manual for Kampong Glam conservation area. Singapore: Urban Redevelopment Authority. This institute of Malay heritage sits on the grounds of a former palace, and boasts six permanent galleries as well as a range of exciting cultural activities. Foodies taking a stroll around the neighbourhood will find local delicacies and global dishes to feed their cravings for new flavours.

For traditional fare, drop by Hjh Maimunah —a Michelin Bib gourmand -listed eatery that specialises in nasi padang steamed rice served with various dishes — or Zam Zam Singapore, famous for its roti prata South Indian flatbread and murtabak pan-fried bread stuffed with meat and eggs.

Besides being a foodie paradise, Kampong Gelam is home to both traditional tradesmen and trendy modern retail. Make a beeline for Haji Lane to lose yourself in a world of multi-coloured street art and hip boutiques. Treasure hunters looking for traditional wares may want to visit Sifr Aromatics for custom-made perfumes, Molkan Fabrics for silks, scarves and textiles or the Malay Art Gallery —an emporium of artefacts like kris traditional daggers with distinct wavy blades , plates and brooches.

Kampong Gelam takes on a whole new life after the sun sets, with live music bars and hip restaurants abound along Haji Lane. Locally-inspired cocktails can be found at Ah Sam Cold Drink Stall , while The Singapura Club and Piedra Negra are both popular dinner spots for hungry travellers looking to knock back a tipple and soak in the bustling ambience.

Download your copy here. The nasi padang Indonesian dishes flavoured with spices and served with rice at Hjh Maimunah is famous among locals, and the establishment was listed in the Michelin Bib Gourmand Guide in Maison Ikkoku The Art of Mixology Singapore on Kandahar Street offers tasty modern grub, and also houses an excellent rooftop cocktail bar.

Royal Fabrics on Arab Street has exquisite fabrics like Malay and Indonesian batik intricately dyed patterns on fabrics. Arabic perfumes, massage oils, body soap and shower creams from fragrance boutique Jamal Kazura Aromatics on Bussorah Street.