Singapore Ethnic Quarters

Singapore ethnic quarters are made up of three distinctly different cultural groups, the districts are Chinatown, Little India and Kampong Glam

These districts are home to historical monuments and traditional shophouses selling ethnic goods and services.

Singapore Facts dictate that the island became dominated by immigrants from various different ethnic groups soon after Sir Stamford Raffles established a trading post on the island in 1819. Within a few years, its population rapidly grew as Malays, Chinese and Indians came to establish their business here, and call this their new home.

Little India Chinatown

Explore Singapore in a different perspective as you walk through these streets that stand steadfast in the test of time. Experience the wonderful cultures and traditions that Singapore has preserved since the 19th century. These are truly testimony to the nation’s culture and heritage.

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Chinatown - After the founding of colonial Singapore, Chinatown flourished as the residential area for Chinese immigrants. Coolies, rickshaw pullers and samsui women were a common sight on the streets.

Little India - The moment you enter Little India, you cannot help but notice the ‘indian-ness’ of this place. The scent of spices and jasmine garlands, the shine of silverware and...

Kampong Glam - Kampong Glam was a fishing village situated at the mouth of Rochor River. In the nineteenth century, it was an ethnic district with strong Malay-Arab influence.

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