Discover the vibrant, colourful, and historic ethnic community of Singapore's Little India, tracing its origins from a humble brick kiln to cattle herders, a racecourse, and the home of Chinese towkay Tan Teng Niah.
Step away from the guidebooks and into the "living laboratory" of one of Singapore's most iconic districts. Before Little India was a celebrated cultural landmark, it was a frontier for people taking a "thousand-mile journey" into the unknown.
How did traders, convicts, and labourers from across the subcontinent, with different languages and different gods, invent a home where none existed? On this 2-hour immersive walk, we don't just show you the sites; we trace the "unwritten rule of survival" that allowed this diverse community to thrive. From the industrial grit of Race Course Road to the spiritual sanctuary of the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple, discover the raw courage and tenacity that built this mosaic of humanity.
Join us to see how a collection of strangers built a shared sanctuary in the heat of these streets. Please ensure your shoulders and knees are covered, as the walk includes a working temple. This tour involves a considerable amount of walking and stairs, and is not stroller or wheelchair accessible. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity.
