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Singapore's Chinatown evolved around 1821
when the first Chinese junk arrived from Xiamen, Fujian
province in China. The passengers, all men, set up home
around the south of the Singapore River which is known today
as Telok Ayer. Chinatown’s local name - Niu Che Shui
(Bullock Cart Water) arose from the fact each household at
that time had to collect fresh water from the wells in Ann
Siang Hill and Spring Street, using bullock-drawn carts.
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Not all parts of Chinatown are Chinese
though. The Al Abrar Mosque along Telok
Ayer Street, and the Jamae Mosque and Sri
Mariamman Temple along South Bridge Road
lay witness to the harmonious racial and
religious atmosphere in Singapore.
Chinatown can be divided into four main
districts - Kreta Ayer, Telok Ayer,
Tanjong Pagar and Bukit Pasoh - each with
its own distinctive flavour. The heart of
activity is in the Trengganu/Smith Streets
area.
Getting There
A short walk from Outram Park (EW16/NE3)
or Chinatown (NE4) MRT Stations.
Attractions at Chinatown
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