Kaki Bukit: The Foothills of Singapore’s Industries About“Kaki Bukit ” is a Malay word that translates into “foothills”, an ironic name given the absence of hills in Kaki Bukit today. Instead, stepping into Kaki Bukit engulfs you in cliffs of flatted factories and industrial buildings. This district i ...
Kallang Size & Population: 9 Sq km with an estimated 120,000 residents.About: There are nine sub-zones Bendemeer, Geylang Bahru, Boon Keng, Bugis, Tanjong Rhu, Lavender, Kampong Java, Kallang Bahru and Crawford.History: Kallang Airport used to occupy par ...
Kembangan: Expansion of Malay Kampung into Residential Hub for Everyone AboutKembangan (Malay for 'expansion') is much influenced from its Malay heritage. Most of the streets in Kembangan take on Malay names and the Malay terms “lorong” and “jalan” instead of “street” or “avenue” i.e. Lorong Sarina, Lorong Melayu, Jalan ...
Keppel Singapore: Home of Singapore’s Port AboutThe Keppel district in Singapore is well-known for its world-class port at Keppel Harbour that is handled by PSA International. The Keppel Harbour refers to the stretch of water between Singapore 's mainland and the islands of Sentosa and Pulau ...
Kranji: Mangroves, Industries and Horses AboutLocated in North-west Singapore, Kranji is a large estate with a lot of empty lane. The buildings in this district are all concentrated in Kranji Industrial Park. This district is also the home of Singapore Turf Club, which holds horse races at ...
Lavender: Commercial Buildings, Houses and Automotive Repair Shops AboutPurple is a kingly colo, but kings are not politically fashionable these days. In the same way, Lavender is neither very modern nor very trendy. Entering Lavender is like entering Singapore in the late 1980s, and we know that two decades might a ...
Leng Kee: Drive Through the Fast Lane AboutLeng Kee is within close proximity of Bukit Merah and Alexandra districts. Despite its size, this area is widely recognized as an automotive hub and often-patronized by car fanatics.
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Lim Chu Kang: Nature Reserves, Farms and Cemeteries Size & Population: 18 Sq Km with an estimated 5,000 residents.
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Singapore is reputed as having a shortage of land. This is not the impression one gets when entering Lim Chu Kang, a vast spread of greenery with areas that seem untouched by ...
Little India However modern and forward-thinking Indians in Singapore are today, they still retain the customs and traditions of their forefathers. Religion, family ties and food continue to be an integral part of their lives. Vibrant festivals and exuberant mult ...
Loyang: Industries, Aerospace and Big Business AboutLoyang is a small housing and industrial estate between Changi and Pasir Ris. To some, it is known as Kampong Loyang. Nobody is very sure how the name came about, since Loyang is a variation of “Luo Yang”, a city in central-eastern China that us ...
Macpherson Estate: Small, Sedate and Sleepy AboutFlanked by Aljunied and Paya Lebar, Machperson is an old HDB estate has pockets of industry. It is a sleepy estate and parts of it are inaccessible by public transportation. The industrial parts of Macpherson, however, are a little busier. The d ...
MacRitchie: Singapore’s Oldest Reservoir AboutMacRitchie Reservoir is more than just a reservoir and a little less than an entertainment park. This 12-hectare park boasts jogging tracks, cycling trails, a fitness area, play areas, a tea kiosk and a water fountain – features that beckon fami ...
Mandai – Singapore’s Wildlife Sanctuary AboutMandai is an exciting district for those who have forgotten that human beings are part of the animal kingdom. Best known for being the location of the Singapore Zoological Gardens, or the zoo, Mandai is a scenic area where flora, fauna and anima ...
Marina Bay – Undergoing Extreme Makeover AboutThe Marina Bay district is a clean, green and picturesque area for recreation and relaxation. Comprising Marina South, Marina Centre and the bay itself, the district is now a quiet open park area with a seafood centre and a bowling alley. Howeve ...
Marine Parade District Size & Population6 Sq km with an estimated 55,000 residents.AboutMarine Parade has five sub-zones; Mountbatten, Katong, Marine Parade, East Coast and Marine East.HistoryMarine Parade was the first housing estate built on reclaimed land. It was pa ...
Mohammed Sultan: Clubs, Bars and Night Life AboutMohamed Sultan – the name connotes royalty and religiosity. This district, however, is nothing of the sort, unless God really is a DJ. Mohamed Sultan today is filled with everything (legal) that feeds your desires. The area has an enticing night ...