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Thian Hock Keng (literally "Palace of Heavenly Happiness") at 158 Telok Ayer Street in Singapore is the oldest and most significant temple of the Hokkiens in the country. Some of the building material of the temple was brought over from China, and others were recycled from ballasts in ships. The local Indian community of Chulia Street also helped build the temple, and a statue of a man was placed in the right wing as a reminder and gesture for their contribution. The temple was completed in 1842, but a major renovation of the temple was initiated in 1998 and completed in 2000. The renovation received an honourable mention from the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation in 2001.

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Thian Hock Keng (literally "Palace of Heavenly Happiness") at 158 Telok Ayer Street in Singapore is the oldest and most significant temple of the Hokkiens in the country. Some of the building material of the temple was brought over from China, and others were recycled from ballasts in ships. The local Indian community of Chulia Street also helped build the temple, and a statue of a man was placed in the right wing as a reminder and gesture for their contribution. The temple was completed in 1842, but a major renovation of the temple was initiated in 1998 and completed in 2000. The renovation received an honourable mention from the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation in 2001.

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Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park - Pond Gardens in Singapore, located in the popular heartland of Bishan. In the middle of the park lies the Kallang River, which runs through it in the form of a flat riverbed.
Murals in the underground pedway near Clarke Quay, Singapore.

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Other neighbourhoods around Bishan

Little India showing night scenes, a city and street scenes

Little India

3.5/5(52 area reviews)

Little India is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Little India Arcade and Mustafa Centre, and you can get around town on the metro at Little India Station.

Little India
Singapore National Day Celebrations

Kallang

Enjoy the popular shops in Kallang. Jalan Besar Stadium is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Lavender Station or Bendemeer MRT Station to see more of Singapore.

Kallang
Orchard Road which includes night scenes, outdoor art and a fountain

Orchard

4.5/5(469 area reviews)

Orchard Road and Lucky Plaza are a few top attractions in Orchard. Hop around the city on the metro at Orchard Station or Somerset Station and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, beautiful gardens and popular shops.

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Rochor

4.5/5(86 area reviews)

While you're in Rochor, take in top sights like Little India Arcade or Tekka Centre, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Jalan Besar Station or Rochor MRT Station.

Rochor
Beautiful super wide-angle summer aerial view of Singapore, with skyline, bay and scenery beyond the city, seen from the observation deck

Bencoolen

4.5/5(100 area reviews)

Bencoolen is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Bugis Street Shopping District and Sim Lim Square.

Bencoolen
Colorful spiral staircases at the back of traditional Chinese shop houses in Bugis area, Singapore.

Bugis Village

If you're spending time in Bugis Village, you might enjoy attractions like Bugis Street Shopping District and Bugis+ Shopping Center. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Bugis Station to see more of the city.

Bugis Village


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