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Sri Mariamman Temple
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    temple
    by pattayaraj
    The oldest Hindu temple in the location of chinatown.This temple was built in 1827 and dedicated to the goddess Mariamman who have a power in curing illness and diseases. This temple was built in 1843 with the south Indian Dravidian style similar to Sri Meenakshi in Madurai, India. The most interesting feature is gopuram (tower) over the main entrance, which is decorated with numerous Hindu deities. When I was there, it was a daily ritual which was so fascinated. The important notice on this temple: 1) you need to only enter barefoot 2) avoid the main area of God and Goddess statues, it prohibit for non-hindu. The entrance is free but for camera and video 'd pay for a ticket.

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  • Address: 244 South Bridge Road 058793
  • Phone: 2234064, 2279965
  • Directions: In an area of China town.
  • Website: http://www.heb.gov.sg/smt/main.html
  • Other Contact: Email: heb_smt@pacific.net.sg
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  • By felicitywu on November 4, 2005
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    where to get your Singapore Sling
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  • THE SIGN THAT SAYS IT ALL - Singapore
    THE SIGN THAT SAYS IT ALL
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    they say everyone must go to Raffles Long Bar for a Singapore sling.... so we went up stairs at the Hotel and decided no we werent prepared to pay $20 for one drink......

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    Famous Raffles
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  • THE FAMOUS RAFFLES HOTEL - Singapore
    THE FAMOUS RAFFLES HOTEL
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    you can not go to Singapore without going and taking a walk around Raffles... it is so nice.....

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  • Directions: just ask someone .... everyone knows it
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    GO FOR THE BEER AT RAFFLES
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  • RafflesLongBar(photoextractedfromURL) - Singapore
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    Nothing beats a cool tall cup of Tiger Beer at the Long Bar in Raffles Hotel during Happy Hours, where you can take a breather from the afternoon heat, chat with friends in the cool and throw all your peanut husks onto the floor! (No fines!)

    Don't forget to give the world famous cocktail Singapore Sling a try. The Singapore Sling was created at Raffles Hotel at the turn-of-the-century by a Hainanese-Chinese bartender, Mr. Ngiam Tong Boon. It was originally meant as a woman's drink, hence the attractive pink colour. The ingredients included: Gin, Cherry Brandy, Pineapple Juice, Lime Juice, Cointreau, Dom Benedictine, Grenadine, A Dash of Angostura Bitters and garnishes of a slice of Pineapple and Cherry.

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  • Address: Raffles Hotel
  • Directions: City Hall MRT
  • Website: http://www.raffleshotel.com/longbar.html
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    WALKS: Walk The Marina Bay
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    MarinaBay
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    This is home to many of Singapore's recognisable sights.

    That hideous thing that is called the Esplanade, Theatres on the Bay is here, resembling a pair of housefly eyes or 2 durian husks. If you start from here, don't forget to drop by Glutton's Bay, a hawker centre (sort of, since it was targetted more or less at tourists) right next to the Theatres where you can grab some local dishes for lunch, dinner or a snack.

    Walk across Marina Bridge from the Theatres and you will find yourself at Merlion Park and One Fullerton.

    Cross the underground passageway and you will arrive at the grand old dame of the Fullerton. Drop in for a cup of coffee or two before proceeding upwards towards Singapore River.

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  • Directions: Nearest MRT station - City Hall
  • Website: http://www.esplanade.com.sg
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    WALKS: Heart of the City
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    WaterlooMall
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    Start from City Hall MRT station at Raffles City Shopping Mall. Cross over to CHIJMES, and see the old Methodist church that is now home to various restaurants and shops. If a wedding is taking place, you may be lucky enough to see the church tower that has been beautifully restored and is now used solely for weddings.

    Cross Victoria Street and you will reach the Cathedral of the Good Shephard, a brown colour church that is the most important Catholic church in Singapore. Further down the road, and you will find the Singapore Art Museum. Entry fee for adults is S$3. Drop in to see exhibits by local artists such as Liu Kang or take a break at the lovely Olio Dome cafe there.

    Exit from the back and you will walk past Maghain Aboth Synagogue, one of only 2 Synagogues in Singapore. You will then hit Sculpture Square (drop in to see the exhibits; entry is free) before ending up at Waterloo Mall, a buzzing flea market. Don't miss the Sri Krishnan Hindu Temple and the Kwan Im Chinese Temple, as well as to rub your hands over the belly of the Smiling Buddha statue in front of Skyline Building for luck.

    Turn towards Bugis Village with its labyrinth of stalls; try Chinese Herbal jelly or fresh durian when you are there. You will then cross Victoria Street again to get to Bugis Junction Shopping Mall. For books lover, the new National Library is just next door and next to it is Bras Basah Complex which is home to many book stores. Cross the street and you will arrive at Raffles Hotel, the grand old dame and eventually find yourself back at Raffles City Shopping Mall.

    Allow yourself 2-3 hours for the walk.

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    MRT
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  • such a long train. - Singapore
    such a long train.
    by Tattugran
    you must go for at least one ride on the MRT it is such a buzz. You buy a ticket for 2.60 then when you get off at your stop you get a refund of 1.00 it is one of the cleanest trains I have ever seen .and they are so regular .. We never had to wait more then a couple of minutes for one.

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    watch the kids have fun
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  • "cant get my pants wet"
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    Walk along Boat quay and look at all the statues. the kids look so real from a distance.....

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    Wet Markets.
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    Wet Markets
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    visit the wet markets at Tekka(little India) if not to buy just for the experience.. it was abuzz with activity.....

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  • Address: Tekka (little India
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