Some restaurants require male guests to wear a collar and tie, so it is wise to check first. When visiting mosques and temples, shorts should not be worn and ladies are advised to dress modestly. The majority of hotels have a doctor on 24-hour call. A highlight for visitors is the scintillating light-up of Geylang Sera. Rice dumplings, a Chinese delicacy, are traditionally eaten during this day.
Folklore has the festival associated with lanterns and mooncakes.
This Festival of Light transforms Little India at Serangoon Road into a festive, glittering display of decorations from October-November. An exciting 4-month collection of festivals and events which promises something for everyone. The chance of a lifetime for bargain hunters to shop till they drop at major retailers and department stores. An exciting calendar of signature events happening along the banks of the River.