As you may know, Singapore is home to many cultural groups, and one of them is the Indian community. Each group has a unique area where their cultural vibe is most prominent. One such place is Little India, an area easily accessible from the Little India and Farrer Park MRT stations. This afternoon, I enjoyed a leisurely stroll around the neighborhood, exploring its fascinating architecture and picking up a few items at the famous Mustafa Centre.
There are many reasons why both locals and tourists are drawn to this area, so I decided to explore it on a cloudy Saturday afternoon, looking for interesting spots to check out. Little India is considered one of the city's historic sites, having preserved many of its heritage buildings, much like Kampong Glam. While these two areas have different cultural backgrounds and communities, I've observed that they share similarities in the way their development has unfolded over time.
One notable aspect is how they’ve managed to preserve the use of their beautiful traditional clothing. I’m amazed at how they continue to maintain it despite the strong influence of modern Western fashion in the city.
Another key feature of the area is the incredibly well-preserved traditional buildings that have been transformed into shophouses. These buildings, originally built in a traditional European style, have now been repurposed into commercial spaces, beautifully painted in the vibrant colors of Indian culture.
Along the Serangoon Road in this area, each light post is adorned with beautifully crafted ornaments that light up at night, transforming the streets into a bright and colorful stretch of road. I visited in the afternoon, but I’m hopeful I’ll return soon to explore the area at night when everything is even more vibrant than during the day.
Another clear reason to visit the Little India area is to explore the shops along Serangoon Road. They offer a variety of products that make great gifts to bring home for your loved ones and friends. This is an ideal spot for tourists to buy local items that will make their trip memorable.
I arrived with an empty stomach because I planned to have lunch here as well. You won’t find fast-food chains in this area, and that’s likely because the variety of excellent Indian restaurants makes them unnecessary. You absolutely have to try a curry dish here... it's the best! I dined at Usman’s, a restaurant serving Pakistani and North Indian cuisine, and enjoyed a delicious Chicken Briyani!
After lunch and a half-hour rest, I decided to head over to Mustafa Centre! It’s a popular shopping destination in the city, known for its wide variety of products, affordable prices, and the fact that it’s the only shopping center open 24 hours a day!
As I entered the building, I was immediately struck by the vibrant atmosphere inside. It was definitely crowded and a bit chaotic, but it felt organized in a unique way. If you ask the staff for assistance, they have answers ready and know exactly which part of the building and which aisle you should go to. It’s quite amazing!
After buying the items I needed, along with some shortbread biscuits 😅, I decided to check out one of the oldest Hindu temples in Singapore, located in Little India: the Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple.
There was a long line of patrons queuing to enter the temple. It was amazing to witness the activity, even from just outside the temple.
Across from the temple is a stall selling fresh flowers meant for offerings to the gods. The flowers are not only beautiful but also fragrant.
And that concludes my Little India adventures for today. Little India offers a vibrant blend of cultural heritage, culinary delights, and unique shopping experiences that make it a must-visit destination in Singapore. Whether you're exploring the colorful streets, savoring delicious Indian cuisine, or immersing yourself in the local traditions, there's something for everyone to enjoy in this lively neighborhood.
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Nice "tour" of the place! I am coming home!
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Enjoy your flight back. 👍
I love seeing different cultures far away from me, thank you for sharing!
I think it's the same in all parts of the world, in older city centers where the buildings originally were used as houses, they are now changed to stores, sometimes still with apartments on top of them.
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I remember it being very busy and crowded
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Beautiful brother! It was really fun seeing this Little India in your city. The traditional clothes, the temples, the food, and that local market feel were amazing. This is so good, if ever travel to your country and feel homesick, will visit this area to Recharge. haha! 😊😋🙏
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It is incredible that there are large architectural formations of migratory groups in Singapore. The sign of a multicultural and open state. Spectacular.
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Hello my friend, Indian customs, Indian food, Indian clothes, Indian assembly rituals are very attractive, it always reminds me of India's spicy food, also the spices in the food, the clothes rich in embroidered pearls and Dori tapestry, remind me of India. Thank you for publishing your beautiful post.🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
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How cool to see new places.
Very colorful city, the temple looks very cool, lots of colorful details too. The shopping stores are huge!
That collo briyani dish looked good!
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