You may experience the Chinese culture in Chinatown, where there are traditional shophouses and temples, and craftsmen at work. Chinatown is filled with activity especially during Chinese New Year. Arab Street provides a peek into the Muslim way of life. There, you will find the impressive Sultan Mosque, colourful silks and fabrics, jewellery, perfumes and many others. Little India is a fine place to learn about the Indian community.
Small shops selling silks, garland a circle of flowers or leaves worn as a decoration.
A Malay word meaning local-born . It refers to non-Malays born and raised in Malaya. Peranakans are also part of the Singapore mixture of cultures. Although our racial backgrounds are different, we share common qualities - a love of family, a liking for hard work, and a pride in our roots. The whole range of colourful festivals in Singapore is what we share as Singaporeans, and they are perfect for us to learn more about other cultures.