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SAM at 8Q - which stands for Singapore Art Museum - is the extension of the Museum’s main building, named so because of its location on 8 Queen Street. The experimental art gallery is located 88 steps away from the main building, adding to its quirky charm. The youngest annex of the Art Museum, SAM at 8Q houses the most diverse and unconventional art exhibits – the contemporary paintings, sculptures, photographs, performance art, sound art, and other new media interactive exhibits here are a favourite among art connoisseurs, the hip crowd, and tourists alike. Built atop the former ground of Singapore’s Catholic High School, this four-storeyed building boasts of six galleries full of art pieces by some of the world’s most promising contemporary experimental artists, set up through temporary exhibitions. The annual installation series called Imaginarium returns every year with hip new themes that are bound to get patrons excited. SAM at 8Q also has two restaurants to grab a quick bite while appreciating the stunning art around. The building also hosts two diners to quench your hunger- The Standing Sushi Bar and The Love Pal Cafe.Note: The Singapore Art Museum's Buildings (located at Bras Basah Road and Queen Street) are closed for renovation from 2019. Read More

Abdul Gafoor Mosque is one of Singapore's most important mosques located in Little India. Gazetted as a protected national monument, it showcases an eclectic mix of Southern Indian, Victorian and Moorish architectural styles. A major highlight is a sundial crowning the main entrance. Each of its 25 rays is decorated with Arabic calligraphy denoting names of 25 prophets. The mosque is named after its founder, Shaik Abdul Gafoor, a South Indian lawyer's clerk, who felt the tremendous need to replace the dilapidated Al Abrar Mosque which once stood in the same place. The mosque primarily served as the place for worship for Indian Muslim migrants who settled in the vicinity. The Abdul Gafoor Mosque was renovated to its present form in 1907. Read More

A piece of awe-inspiring art, the wonderful Abundance III sculpture is a huge bronze ring which adds an unusual charm to Suntec City, Singapore. Constructed in 1995, this illusionistic ring was sculpted by Sun Yu-Li, the former Singaporean architect who had given up architecture in order to pursue his love for sculpting. At first glance, the dynamic Abundance III appears to be a simple, bronze ring. However, the ideas responsible for its construction were extraordinary. The sizable ring appears to be of different sizes from different distances. From afar, this smooth ring looks huge and bold; you cannot help but feel like going near it and touching it. As you move closer, however, you see the ring shrink in size and become thinner. It becomes skewed. From up front, all you see is but a thin ring. The extraordinary skill of the sculptor to imitate three-dimensional appearances will make you ponder in awe at the creativity used in making this sculpture. According to Sun Yu-Li, the circular shape of the ring is a representation of infinity, since there is no beginning and no end in a circle. Read More

Located at the Resorts World Sentosa in Singapore, the Adventure Cove Waterpark is known for its thrilling rides and fascinating encounters with the marine life. Spread over a little more than 20 acres, this aquatic adventure park is ideal for snorkelling, sea trekking, PADI certified scuba activities, shark diving or drifting lazily by the river. The main highlights of Adventure Cove Waterpark are Riptide Rocket (a hydromagnetic coaster - Southeast Asia's first), Pipeline Plunge and the Bluewater Bay (an electrifying wave pool). The Dolphin Island, located in the premise of Adventure Cover Waterpark, allows interaction with the Indo-Pacific dolphins, making it a hit among the list of sundry rides and experiences. Read More

Affordable Art Fair Singapore hosts artists and art enthusiasts who come here to showcase and witness talent. The biggest art exhibition show of Singapore brings all the professional and raw talents under one roof from all over so that they can unite, share, communicate, appreciate and be a part of the art fraternity. What is Affordable Art Fair (AAF)? Affordable Art Fair was founded by Will Ramsay in 1999 in London, England at Battersea Park. AAF has become an international event which is organised at several locations in different cities of the world annually, including Singapore, Hong Kong, Hamburg, Stockholm, Milan, Amsterdam, Brussels, London, and Bristol. In New York, Singapore and Battersea, this event is organised as autumn and spring editions and lasts for four days. The art fair is started with the objective of making art accessible and affordable to everyone. AAF has its offices in all the cities where the festival is organised. Affordable Art Festival Singapore - Time and Location This year's Affordable Art Festival to be celebrated in Singapore is a four-day event. The event will start on 15th November and will be over on 18th November 2018. The location is F1 Pit Building Singapore.VenueF1 Pit BuildingNo. 1 Republic Building038975 SingaporePrivate TimeThursday, 15th November 2018, 6:00 PM to 10:00 PMPublic Opening TimeFriday, 16th November 2018, 12:00 PM to 9:00 PMSaturday, 17th November 2018, 11:00 AM to 8:00 PMSunday, 18th November 2018, 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM Highlights of Affordable Art Festival The main idea behind this festival is to make people fall in love with the art and also to make art affordable and accessible to everyone. More than 2.3 million visitors have been welcomed by the art fair ever since its inception. Till now, the art fair has been able to sell artwork of around $425 million. Every year, there are 13 fairs organised in 10 different cities of the world. No doubt it is the most successful art festival to be hosted in Singapore. The festival attracts more than 60 galleries from all across the globe, and several thousands of visitors come here to see artworks which range from SGD 100 to SGD 15,000. The art fair not only limits its activities to just hosting the artists but it also does great charity. Source You will get to see affordable, original and contemporary art from galleries and dealers from all cross. The event will include painting, antiques and a wide range of photography. More than 75 exhibitors will present affordable, original and fresh artwork. The price will range from $100 to $15000. You will be offered on-site wrapping service for all the artwork you purchase. The visitors will include artists, art lovers, key decision makers, distributors, retailers, art collectors and many more.Some of the major art galleries to visit the art fair are You Hong Gallery, Astrid Dahl Studio Gallery, Art and Printmaking Studio, Art Xchange Gallery, Calcutta Arts Club, Galeri Apik, Himalaya Arts, Tay Gallery, Urban Uprising, Galerie Envie D’Art, The Cat Street Gallery, Artist Collective India, Lakeer, Cascade Art Space, Yinogo Contemporary Art, etc.This time, new media works will be given particular attention, such as video and digital installations. For the artists who are putting their artwork for the first time, there will be a #Spotlight showcase. At the fair, there will be lectures, advice and tips for showing. Source Affordable Art Fair Entry Ticket There is free entry for the children below 16 years. You can buy an advance ticket that will cost you $15. If you want to buy at the door, the ticket will cost you $18. You better check the official website for more information on ticket sale.The autumn edition of the Affordable Art Festival Singapore will witness over 500 artists from Singapore and around 75 international art galleries. The genres of the artwork will include sculpture, painting and photography. The fair was first held at Singapore in 2010. For around two decades, the art fair has been providing a friendly environment to the artists so that they can showcase their talent also the festival has been offering the same setting to the art lovers so that they can come and see the artworks of new and talented artists. This four-day event is going to welcome an enthusiastic and passionate audience. Source This fair is the perfect place to fall in love with the art even if you are a beginner who wants to explore the world of art. At this place, you will get to experience a wide range of artwork in different styles and medium. This will include stunning sculptures, traditional ink painting, jaw-dropping photography, editioned prints, abstract canvases, etc. At the fair, you can buy all sort of art that you love, fitting to any space, budget and taste. So, be ready to get lost into the world of art. Read More

Located in Geylang, Singapore, Amitabha Buddhist Centre is a centre for the study, and practice of Mahayana Buddhism. This seven-storied Tibetan Buddhist Centre aims at enlightening people and dispelling darkness from their lives by spreading Buddhist teachings and values which includes teaching the history and development of Buddhism in the region. This Buddhist Centre is for those who are inclined towards Buddhism and have a spiritual bent of mind. Found in 1989, Amitabha Buddhist Centre is affiliated to FPMT, or the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition, a US-based non-profit organisation with over 160 centres around the world. The centre follows the lineage of Lama Tsong Khapa of Tibet. Under the guidance of the spiritual leader, Lama Zopa Rinpoche, the centre offers comprehensive programs that include classes, discussions, celebrating annual festivals along with prayer sessions and community service. The architecture of the building itself is similar to that of Tibetan monasteries, having prayer wheels at the sides of the entrance. The prayer hall on the 4th floor is open to all and makes for a delight to the eyes with its colourful Tibetan paintings, called Thangkas, and statues. Read More

Singapore is home to several parks and gardens, including the lush community park, Ang Mo Kio Town Garden East, spread out at the junction of avenues 3 and 8 of Ang Mo Kio. Situated just behind the Ang Mo Kio MRT station, and a famous tourist attraction, the Ang Mo Kio Town Garden comprises of two public parks: the East Park and the West Park. Both of these parks offer a recluse from the mayhem of everyday city life that is so characteristic of Singapore, and this is precisely why they are gaining more and more popularity each day. The Ang Mo Kio Town Garden West is built on a hillock surrounded by lush greenery and is frequented by nature lovers and fitness enthusiasts alike. Plants such as Dillenia and Vitex grow here in abundance, sights of which are enjoyed by nature lovers all day long. The footpaths here also pass through dense forests and over hilly terrains, which never fail to delight the recreational runners. A stone’s throw away from the Ang Mo Kio Town Garden West is the Ang Mo Kio Town Garden East which is built on the site of a former rubber estate. The park is home to a number of important trees including cinnamon, rubber, and cacao, and is quite popular among the local residents for enjoying recreational activities. Read More

One of Singapore's oldest mosques, the Angullia Mosque is an iconic landmark in the vicinity of Serangoon Road and Little India. Also known as Masjid Angullia, it has been an epitome of faith and core Islamic values for more than one hundred and twenty years serving the Muslim community of this area in Singapore. The magnificent Angullia Mosque is renowned for its brick and plastered gatehouse. The terrace, featuring eight freestanding columns, each topped by a finial, adds to the charm of the structure. This gatehouse facing Serangoon Road was conserved as one of the seventy-five buildings falling under the Urban Redevelopment Authority's Master Plan. Masjid Angullia is not only a place of religious worship and social activities among locals and tourists alike, but with the Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple on one side and Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple on the other, it also stands as a witness to the religious diversity in the Little India district of Singapore. Read More

A place where rich history meets the modern and hippy trends, a place where you'll find resorted shopping stores, restaurants and niche boutiques, a place that'll leave you in awe, is Ann Siang Hill in Chinatown, Singapore. If Clarke Quay is the queen of parties, then the Ann Siang Road and Club Street area is its lose cousin with the same lively and fun vibes. The place gets charged with an electrifying aura as soon as the sun goes down and becomes favourite among the night lovers. Source History of Ann Siang Hill There was a time when three hills existed in the Telok Ayer area of Singapore. Ann Siang Hill, Mount Erskine, and Mount Wallrich formed the trio which together was known as Telok Ayer Hills. In the 1890s, work started for reclaiming the Telok Ayer Basin. In this process, Mount Erskine and Mount Wallrich were levelled, leaving Ann Siang Hill to the highest ground in this area. Once a Chinese Migrant settlement, the hill today is a vibrant district which is home to many renowned restaurants, pubs, and boutiques. The hill gets its name from Chia Ann Siang (1832-1892), a businessman who owned both this hill and Mount Erskine. Before him, John Gemmil was the owner of this hill. The land has also been a nutmeg plantation. Things To Do at Ann Siang Road 1) Go for a Pioneer Trail along Ann Siang Hill and Telok Ayer Green Meander through the exotic and colourful shophouses and have a look at the old well which was the only source of water in Chinatown during the past days. Taste the district's heritage at Al-Abrar Mosque which now has been standing since the 1850s. A walking trail in this enclave amidst the bustling Chinatown will give you a gist of the place's rich traditions. Spice up your walk by the nutmeg tree which was re-introduced to restore the historic grandeur. Telok Ayer Green (Source) 2) Visit the Musical Box Museum During the 19th and the 20th Musical Boxes were taken as an essential symbol of European culture. Singapore played a significant part in the development and progress of these musical boxes in the South-East Asian Continent. This museum depicts the historical background of the rise and fall of musical boxes and their entry into the Singaporean Culture in the 19th century. Besides working as a repository of education and academic research, it also aims to preserve these artefacts for the coming generation. The Museum houses 40 antique musical boxes and is located in the Chong Wen Ge building which is the first educational institution established in 1849 by the Chinese Community in Singapore. Musical Box Museum (Source) 3) Eat and Repeat The street comprises an overwhelming variety of restaurants that provide you with finger licking dishes. No matter which eatery you choose, your time spent will be the best and obviously the food you eat too. Below are a few restaurants that are a must try-Yen YakinikuBoasting a classy interior, the restaurant follows the concept of cooking in front of its customers. Meat lovers swear by the taste of their special Japanese Grilled Meat. It is as juicy as it can ever be. It has everything from Japanese wagyu to Australian Grass-fed Steaks. The operation timings of the restaurant are between 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM.The Coconut ClubGiving you food goals with its "Nasi Lemak", which is a fragrant rice dish cooked in pandan leaf coconut milk, served with an array of dishes such as fried fish and omelette, the Coconut Club is loved by every local. Otak Otak is another dish that comes in a must try category at this outlet. The extensive menu of the place is evidence of chef's ultimate research and hard work that every employee does to make your meal the best meal. The restaurant operates between 11:00 AM- 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM- 9:30 PM on Monday to Saturday and 11:00 AM- 3:00 PM on Sundays. Coriander Leaf GrillIt is a contemporary Asian inspired grill restaurant situated in the vicinity of the happening Chinatown. Offering a relaxed dining, it has mouth-watering varieties of steaks, desserts, and burgers that you can enjoy at a place of your choice, indoors or outdoors. Baby Lamb Chops with Harissa, Burrata with spiced lentil salad, Harissa chicken burger, Smoked duck with red pepper and Pear Tarte are some of its specialities. The restaurant operates on all days except Sunday between 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM (Monday-Thursday) and 5:00 PM - 3:00 AM (Friday and Saturday). Bird BirdHere you will get the cheekiest yet delicious food combinations. Southern fried chicken served with thick gravy, Lebanese fried chicken covered in honey, lemon and za'atar, and Bangkok fried chicken tossed with kaffir lime, garlic, and lemongrass, are few of them. The milk braised doughnuts are a show stealer. An overeating sin is sure to be committed at this place. The timings for the restaurant are 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM (Tuesday-Sunday). Coriander Leaf Grills (Source) 4) Because a little dance and drink doesn't harm anyone- Bars and Pubs As the darkness takes over, Ann Siang Road bestows its vibrancy over its visitors. The nightlife here is unimaginably amazing and safe too. It is famous for some fantastic bars and pubs. To name a few-Gem Bar & KitchenHidden deep in the districts of Chinatown, Gem Bar stands in stark contrast to the narrow alleys and old shophouses in its neighbourhood. With a chilled beer and prompt service, this place is every partygoer's dream. The best time to visit here is in the evenings of Fridays and Saturdays. The street is shut to traffic. Hence, you can have some time in serenity. It's flower soft drink is something you should try. It operates from Monday to Saturday between 4:00 PM-1:00 AM. BeaujolaisKnown as the Number 1 Wine Bar in Singapore, this place is all set to give you moments full of joy and excitement. Located in a culturally rich surrounding, Beaujolais has been serving fantastic wine since the year 1988. It provides you with premium quality wines and classic steaks. The outlet runs between 12:00 PM- 1:00 AM from Monday to Wednesday, 12:00 PM- 2:00 AM on Thursdays, 12:00 PM- 3:00 AM on Fridays, 6:00 PM-2:00 AM on Saturdays and remains closed on Sundays. Gem Bar & Kitchen (Source) 5) Shop Shop Shopping is not just an activity but a therapy, and if you are in Ann Siang, this therapy is a must take. The streets of this place are in themselves a tourist attraction. You might come here to explore, but it's impossible to leave without doing a little shop. Due to its prime location, the place has some crazy fashion boutiques and shophouses. Some of them are Lorna Jane Singapore, Finespun Clothiers, and Innitbangkoksg. Source So, this was a little guide to Ann Siang Road in Singapore. Words seem less when it comes to talking about its goodness. It is a place that needs to be explored with one's own eyes. Read More

Arab Street is a neighbourhood in the Malay-Muslim Quarter of Singapore, north of the Singapore River. It is known for its eclectic mix of exotic stores selling crafts, accessories, textiles, and home furnishing from the Middle East; the trendy stores are frequented by fashion lovers and art enthusiasts. Named after an Arab trader who had a port in the location, Arab Street is a part of the Kampong Glam neighbourhood and has gained prominence as a heritage site. The street splashed with colours and a vivacious, bustling, yet tranquil and entrancing atmosphere makes a great place for photographers and people curious about unique knick-knacks not found in ordinary malls.Comprising of Bussorah Street, Haji Lane, Bali Lane, and Muscat Street along with Arab Street, the Muslim Quarter is a sizeable portion of Singapore. Sultan Masjid - the main attraction of Arab Street - is at the centre and draws huge crowds especially during the holy month of Ramadan. Read More