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Did you know that Malay is Singapore’s National Language? Not English or Mandarin! Want to know why? Take a self guided audio tour around Kampong Glam for some clues.
This self guided audio tour traces the historical influence of Malays in Chinese-dominated Singapore.
Despite the proliferation of ‘unIslamic’ bars and restaurants serving alcohol, Malay influence is abundant in central Singapore’s Kampong Glam district. It’s home to the Malay ruler’s historical palace and was once the centre of the region’s Haj trade – a trade serviced by a port located within walking distance from the Sultan’s palace, on nearby Beach Road.
Modern Singapore is immersed in Malay food, culture, traditions and language – the local ‘Singlish’ tongue could not exist without Malay – and the city’s Malay history is an essential part of truly experiencing Singapore!
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Duration: 1 day 6 hours 45 minutes
Starts: Singapore, Singapore
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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Did you know that Malay is Singapore’s National Language? Not English or Mandarin! Want to know why? Take a self guided audio tour around Kampong Glam for some clues.
This self guided audio tour traces the historical influence of Malays in Chinese-dominated Singapore.
Despite the proliferation of ‘unIslamic’ bars and restaurants serving alcohol, Malay influence is abundant in central Singapore’s Kampong Glam district. It’s home to the Malay ruler’s historical palace and was once the centre of the region’s Haj trade – a trade serviced by a port located within walking distance from the Sultan’s palace, on nearby Beach Road.
Modern Singapore is immersed in Malay food, culture, traditions and language – the local ‘Singlish’ tongue could not exist without Malay – and the city’s Malay history is an essential part of truly experiencing Singapore!
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Arab Street, Arab Street, Singapore
The tour goes along Arab Street.
Pass By: 21A Haji Lane, Singapore 189214 Singapore
The tour goes along Haji Lane.
Pass By: Gedung Kuning, 73 Sultan Gate, Singapore 198497
The tour passes by Sultan Gate.
Pass By: Sultan Mosque, 3 Muscat Street Masjid Sultan, Singapore 198833 Singapore
The tour passes by Sultan Mosque.
Pass By: Zam Zam Restaurant, Singapore, 697-699 North Bridge Rd, Singapore 198675
The tour ends at Zam Zam Restaurant, Singapore.
