2019-2020
Modern, bustling, multicultural.
If there is one country that should be labelled as a melting pot of cultures, it has got to be Singapore. With three key races— Chinese, Malay and Indians, the Lion City is the place where you find their respective cultures (and then some more) live together in harmony.
An extremely modern state city, Singapore often gives its visitors a glimpse of what cities will be like in the future. And yet, amidst this well-designed urban jungle, traditions are not lost.
Hawker Centres are a great way to see this phenomena. Uncles and aunties who’s life’s work revolved around their beloved stalls with recipes developed and passed from generation to generation work alongside young entrepreneurs with the newest food concepts locals and tourists alike patronise. For a more or less good indication of amazing food, join the longest queue you can find in Amoy or Maxwell Food Centre. My favourite recommendation? The Original Katong Laksa stall in Queensway Shopping Centre is where you can find the best chicken curry and laksa of your life.
Moving around the city is easy, with train stations all over town and buses plying the whole island til midnight. Be sure to get your own EZ Link card when going around town. Forget about taking taxis or Grab, unless you’re rushing.
Often, Singapore is labelled as boring, with nothing much to do after you’ve been to the Marina Bay area and Sentosa. But if you know where to look, this city will always have something more to offer.
This is not the usual set that I usually share, as these were taken in various times over the past few months, with some photos from test/practice photowalks I did in preparation for my recent Japan trip (hence the wonky settings in some photos lol). Nonetheless, I do hope you enjoy this set featuring my second home!
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