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Geylang Serai is the
cultural centre of the Singaporean Malays and this colorful neighborhood is located on
the eastern section of Singapore's Central Area.
This place of interest has long been the home of
Singapore's ethnic Malay community ever since
they were transferred from their floating
villages at the mouth of the Singapore River to this part
of the country during the colonial days. Several
exclusive Malay districts were created by the
mid 1930s such as the Kampong Melayu which later
became part of today's Geylang Serai.
 One of the
main attraction that can be seen in this area is
the Malay Village which was specially created to
replicate the history and the heritage of this
early settlement. At the Malay Village, tourists
can travel back in time and find out more about
the traditional lifestyle of the Malays at
Kampung Days.
Visitors can also witness Malay crafts such as
batik printing, kite-making and traditional kampung games. An excellent collection of
artifacts that include weaving tools, musical
instruments and a grand display of a traditional
Malay wedding inclusive of hand-sewn garments,
accessories and a Bridal Chamber is showcased at
the Cultural Museum. A better understanding into
the lives of the Malays can also be seen at the
Muslim Showcase, Hall of Fame and Geylang Serai
Corner. Interesting cultural performances can be
seen at the Floating Restaurant. Tourists who
are looking for a different side of modern
Singapore will be recommended to make their
Malay Village in Geylang way
to Geylang Serai since this famous tourist area
offers its visitors unique shophouse scenery, a famous red
light district, foreign workers quarters and
karaoke lounges which are almost untouched by
urban projects and developments. Most of the
restaurants and shops here still bear the strong
influence of Malay culture.
Opening times:
Malay Village 10.00am to 10.00pm daily
Admission: Free
(to enter the village)
Kampung Days SGD 5.00
(Adult), SGD 3.00 (Child)
Cultural Museum SGD 5.00
(Adult), SGD 3.00 (Child)
Location: 39
Geylang Serai, Geylang Serai Malay Village,
Singapore 409227
Tel: (65) 6748
4700
Getting there:
Visitors can take the MRT to either the Aljunied,
Kallang or Paya Lebar Stations and walk to
Geylang Road. If you are traveling by bus, take
a bus to the Geylang Lorong 1 Bus Terminal at
the Kallang planning area and walk to Geylang
Road.
Nearest MRT station:
Paya Lebar Station (EW8)
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