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NEW! FREE! The Sunshine Nation Block Party 8 Aug, 9pm till late People of the Sunshine Nation, it’s time again to bring Circular Road to life with the finest House music tunes from Ramesh K accompanied by Kaye, live on the saxophone. The Vault, together with Sailor Jerry, welcome you to another fabulous evening of live art jams, al fresco bars and beats on the streets. Also in store is a classic ‘Hello Stranger’ photo booth. The Vault, 23 Circular Road, www.facebook.com/ events/444897335651818
mAMBO JAMBO REUNION – THE NATIONAL DAY SPECIAL 8 Aug, $28-$33 A national phenomenon and possibly the longest running party in Singapore’s nightlife history, Mambo Jambo makes its much awaited return on this special National Day weekend! An essential clubbing experience for virgin partygoers who have just turned 18, the Mambo Jambo revelry parades an extraordinary flamboyance with classic anthems on the playlist, and an enthusiastic crowd dancing in perfect synchrony. Zouk, 17 Jiak Kim Street
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Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Films at the Fort 9 Aug, various prices Alternative to the National Day parade, come watch the all-time classic starring Audrey Hepburn, Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Fort Canning Park, Fort Canning Road, www.filmsatthefort.sg
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nEW! FREE! I Like Singapore… 8-10 Aug Celebrate this year’s national day at the Esplanade by completing this sentence: “I Like Singapore...” Head down to the Esplanade for various activities and performances. Esplanade, 1 Esplanade Drive, www.esplanade.com
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NEW! FREE! Singapore DJs Guinness World Record Attempt 9 Aug, 11am-12am Get in tune with your inner party animal as an array of Singapore DJs make history for our nation in a Guinness World Record attempt, for the most number of disc jockey performances in one location in a relay. With over 160 DJs, be part of this historic moment accompanied by entertaining music, games and fireworks all day. Marina Barrage, 8 Marina Gardens Drive
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NEW! FREE! SG Almost 50 Celebration 9 Aug, 1-10pm We are only one more year to fifty! Join the party at Scape with local bands, free national day themed goodie bags and promotions. Jam out on the main stage with your favourite homegrown bands such as 53A, Orangecove and Aspectrum. On the acoustic stage, chill out to the acoustic tunes of emerging bands from our sunny isle. Scape, 2 Orchard Link, www.scape.com.sg
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NEW! Rewind Fellowship @ Kyo 8 Aug, $20-$25 Club Kyo features 2001 Nike Street Style Music Award winner Mr Has, who has been breaking musical barriers and discovering new styles since the day he began, having later gone on to win Singapore’s Best DJ award. Kyo, 133 Cecil Street, www.clubkyo.com
NEW! FREE! National Museum of Singapore Open House 9 Aug, 10am-6pm Enjoy free admission to all galleries and fun-filled craft activities courtesy of Temasek Polytechnic students and the Museum. Be sure not to miss the ongoing exhibitions Genesis and We: Defining Stories. National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Road, www.nationalmuseum.sg
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NEW! Awaken the Dragon Every Saturday until 16 Aug, 11am, $30 onwards A clay workshop for all skill levels. Awaken the Dragon provides step-by-step tutorials for first time clay makers as well as an opportunity for advanced learners to participate in a larger community of ceramic art in Singapore. Jalan Bahar Clay Studios, Lorong Tawas 97, www.sagg.info
Steve-O: Guilty As Charged Tour 10 Aug, 7pm– 8.15pm, $78 onwards Laugh with Steve-O as he shares his most memorable experiences from Jackass, Wildboyz and his personal life. Singapore is the tour’s only Southeast Asian stop to date. Audiences will also get to experience a little local flavour, as LA Comedy Live will hold a monthlong standup competition, “On Stage with Steve-O”, to discover aspiring local comedians. NUS University Cultural Hall, 21 Lower Kent Ridge Road, www.sistic.com.sg
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NEW! Ku De Ta Club Lounge Celebrates National Day 9 Aug, 5.30pm, $38 (adults) It’s going to be an unforgettable National Day for family and your buddies with outstanding views of the aerial fly-past, spectacular fireworks and unbeatable entertainment. Enjoy complimentary house pour liquor while the kids indulge in face painting, goodies and other activities. Children under 12 enter free. Ku De Ta Club Lounge, 1 Bayfront Avenue, www.kudeta.com/singapore
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The Sound of Music Until 10 Aug, 8pm (Fri), 2pm & 8pm (Sat), 12pm & 6pm (Sun), $65 onwards Sing along to memorable tunes like “My Favorite Things”, “Edelweiss”, and the glorious title song, “The Sound of Music”. This criticallyacclaimed production tells the uplifting true story of Maria, Captain Von Trapp and his seven children. Don’t miss the world’s best loved musical that will touch the hearts of all ages. MBS Grand Theatre, 10 Bayfront Ave, www.sistic.com.sg
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GREEN CRAFT FOR NATIONAL DAY Until 23 Aug Hundreds of kindergarten children from around Singapore came together in collective effort to present a meaningful present to Singapore on her 49th birthday. This nationwide recycling initiative spearheaded by beverage brand Yeo’s aims to educate the younger generations of Singaporeans about the nation’s progress and to instil in them a sense of social responsibility and environmental consciousness through recycling. In the theme of this year’s National Day, “Our People, Our Home”, these children, under the guidance of teachers and art professionals, decorated public housing blocks that were representative of Singapore’s housing development from the 1960s till today, using recycled Yeo’s Tetra Pak packaging and other recycled materials. It remains on display for public viewing and to take a walk down memory lane. Clarke Quay Central, The Gallery
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Moments of Love Charity Concert 12 Aug, 7.30pm Formulated in 2011, My Singapore Project is a creative and meaningful effort led and founded by Singaporean singer/songwriter Lorraine Tan, that inspires people to come together and contribute to the less fortunate through music and arts. The concert will also feature guest artistes that includes renowned Xinyao artiste Pan Ying, UFM 100.3 DJ Kenn, local artistes Nathan Harthono, Eric Du Xin and many more. The Star Theatre, 1 Vista Exchange Green
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New! An Exhibition Exploring Nature’s Design Until 24 Aug, 10am–6pm, usual admission rates It has been said that Nature is the greatest of all inventors; come and explore two components in one space. In Robot Zoo, appreciate the biomechanics in animals, the beauty and simplicity in the discovery of how animals work. At Tinkering Space, embrace the DIY spirit in electronics, papercraft and other crafts. Science Centre, 15 Science Centre Road, www.science. edu.sg
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New! Singapore International Festival of Arts 12 Aug-21 Sep, various times, free and ticketed shows Since the inaugural biennial Festival of Arts in 1977, the Singapore International Festival of Arts is an annual celebration of performing arts. This year, it is themed “Legacy and the Expanded Classic’” The six week line-up includes Robert Wilson’s emotional re-spin of Peter Pan, and a hallucinatory, wordless universe in Mystery Magnet. Various venues, www.sifa.sg
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#EatDrinkArt Until Sep 5 To celebrate their third birthday, Mad Nest is hosting a collection of food art exhibitions featuring the creations of 14 promising young talents. Visitors can expect to be pampered with the amazing artwork from the likes of Ultraviolets Design, Limzy and many more. Mad Nest, 378/380 East Coast Road, www.madnest.sg
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Rise & Shine 2014: The Largest Enrichment Playground for 0-12 years old Who says enrichment classes for children are boring, stressful and a childhood nightmare?
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At Rise & Shine, we want you to discover and develop your child’s talent in the fields of performing arts, sports, crafts, culinary arts, literacy and more! Featuring over 50 top enrichment programmes with hands-on classes offered at less than $10!
Exponent Asia Challenge your child to reach for the peak at Exponent Asia’s 7m rock climbing wall, in a safe and conducive environment in our very own indoor climbing gym. Free rock climbing trials will be offered at the booth.
FUN CLASSES Magic Fiddler Let your child belt out hits from Frozen or fulfil the dream of being a rock star at Magic Fiddler. Sign up for 2 Minutes of Fame trial classes at their booth. Using fresh new teaching methods in vocal coaching, Magic Fiddler adopts a fun and holistic teaching approach for both children and adults. Kids between 3 to 12 years old get to have a go at singing their favourite songs while playing instruments such as the keyboard, guitar and drums. Parents, you’re welcome to accompany your little ones. Gymnademics Enjoy gym activities and movement for little ones from 9 months to 2 years old at Gymnademics’ trial class. Gymnademics uses a holistic approach towards early childhood development, aiming to help your child enjoy learning
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It’s never too early to start your child’s education on the right track. With the long waiting list at most preschools in Singapore, new mums and dads, be sure to plan ahead and pick the right preschool with Rise & Shine! Rise and Shine 2014 offers great selection of premium preschools in Singapore and even exclusive deals and savings when you sign up! Some top picks from parents include:
Daekyo Eye Level Maths Be at the forefront of maths! Try out Daekyo Eye Level Maths, one of the most popular maths enrichment programmes. Based on the philosophy that every child must learn at their own pace, Eye Level learning centres strive to teach and tutor children of ages 3 to 16 years old. Originating in Korea, the supplemental programme now sees over 2.5 million
Modern Montessori The leader in Montessori education in Singapore, Modern Montessori’s patented MMI curriculum is tailor-made by highlyqualified early childhood professionals to offer a holistic learning programme for your child’s learning needs. Enjoy 10% off when you sign up! Trial class available. Booth A06 @ Rise & Shine 2014
Learning Vision A popular choice among parents, Learning Vision has more than 20 years’ experience in providing quality early childhood education that prepares them not just for primary school but also inspires lifelong learning. Trial class available. Booth A18 @ Rise & Shine 2014 Greentree Montessori Let your child be coached by a Montessori expert and see first-hand on how your child is capable of independent and selfdirected learning. Trial class available. Booth A18 @ Rise & Shine 2014 MindChamps MindChamps offers enrichment and academic programmes for children from 18 months to 6 years old. The curriculum is based on R&D from the four domains of Early Childhood Education, Neuroscience, Child Psychology and Theatre. Booth C16 @ Rise & Shine 2014
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Singaporean twins Miko and Yumi Bai are representing us in Taiwan as By2, a Mando-pop group. They are signed to Ocean Butterflies recording company for the next ten years.
You may recognise Chin Han from his villainous role on popular US TV Series “The Blacklist” (currently airing on Ch 5) alongside James Spader, or as Councilman Yen from Capitan America: The Winter Soldier, or even as “Lau” in The Dark Knight! Yes, we can be proud that there’s a Singaporean who’s been in a number of big budget US productions!
48. The Lorong Boys Taking inspiration from the street buskers on board the trains in other countries, The Lorong Boys decided to serenade late night commuters on the MRT after a performance. The video went viral soon after with many applauding the boys for their spontaneous entertainment. Surprisingly, even the usually straight-laced SMRT Corporation gave the boys two thumbs up.
47. Munah & Hirzi Funny and crazy duo Munah & Hirzi shot to YouTube fame when their self-deprecating sketches about the Singaporean condition made waves online. They are now signed to Fly Entertainment and have various hosting gigs, and have even appeared in the local production Happy Ever Laughter.
Every nation has its defining moments and people – here are 49 significant Singaporeans who have defined the country that we know and love-hate Singapore has come a long way in these 49 years of independence. In spite of many growing pains and issues that have been hotly debated, even recently, we accept Singapore as home, truly. Here are 49 notable or notorious Singaporeans who have shaped our fair country, or at least its social context.
43. Mr Brown Lim Kin Mun, better known as Mr Brown on his Internet podcasts and website, is popular for his satirical portrayals and views on Singapore’s culture and political landscape amidst strict regulations. Once one of the pioneers in spearheading discussion on such topics in an open manner in Singapore, many have since followed in his footsteps.
42. Lim Heem Wei We had the pleasure of speaking to this affable girl two years ago, just after she qualified for the Olympics. She is the first Singaporean gymnast to ever compete in the Olympics, at the young age of 23. Heem Wei is currently studying in the National University of Singapore.
46. Corrine May
41. Tao Li
This Singapore songstress is known for her ethereal voice and soft, relaxing numbers. Corrinne May is currently based in Los Angeles. Her last album, Crooked Lines (2012) was based on her daughter’s drawing of a butterfly that she couldn’t seem to get right, and her relationship with God. Her lyrics are heart-warming.
Tao Li was the first Singaporean (China-born) to make it to an Olympic swimming final, in 2008, when she finished fifth in the 100m Butterfly final. She was also the first Singaporean to reach the FINA World Aquatics Championships finals.
45. Annabel Chong Probably one of the most scandalous Singaporeans ever, Annabel Chong (her screen name), is most infamous for the” World’s Biggest Gang Bang” where she had sex over 251 times consecutively, in the course of ten hours. Even though it was one of the highest-grossing videos of all time, she was never paid the $10,000 that she was promised. Annabel has retired from the adult industry completely, since 2003. We wish her all the best.
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40. Jack Neo Apart from his infidelity or casting couch scandal, Jack Neo is known for directing banal humour films such as I Not Stupid, Money No Enough and Ah Boys to Men. No matter what you feel about Jack Neo’s films, his talent for acting and directing has gotten him recognition throughout the country as well as in the region.
39. Brian Richmond A familiar voice on our airwaves on Gold 90FM, Brian Richmond has been in the business since 1971. He also hosted the first colour television programme in 1974. His sons Don Richmond and Mark Richmond have done well in broadcasting as well.
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Who can forget this fixture at elections in recent years, including in the general and presidential elections of 2011? This former Executive Director of the People’s Association garnered huge attention because of his dead-pan and monotonous announcements of the votes as Returning Officer during the elections. Several netizens had even made remixes with sound bites of his announcements set to music, which quickly went viral. He may have since retired but we’ll definitely miss his presence at the next elections.
37. Alfian Sa’at Alfian Sa’at is one of Singapore’s more prolific playwrights known for soft-touch political plays such as Cook A Pot of Curry, Cooling Off Day as well as Malay shows like Minah & Monyet. Quite often hailed as Singapore’s l’enfant terrible, his plays challenge and provoke discussion, which is something to be encouraged in the years to come.
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36. Xiang Yun This doyenne of Singapore television played Huang Wenyong’s love interest in one of the pioneer Mandarin dramas, “The Awakening”, which sealed her status as a leading lady. Xiang Yun went on to star in many another memorable dramas in the ‘80s and ‘90s, such as “Painted Faces” and “The Price of Peace”, as Singaporean heroine Elizabeth Choy. She is married to fellow actor Edmund Chen and they have two children.
35. Russell Lee The USA may have RL Stine and Stephen King but we have our own horror master, the perpetually-swathed Russell Lee. Although his writing can be quite simplistic, the local touch gives credence to the ‘true’ horror stories offered by readers, resulting in spine-chilling fun.
34. Aaron Aziz This heartthrob made waves as Vincent Ng’s co-star in the local cop drama “Heartlanders” but, these days, he is more famous for his Malay dramas such as Adam dan Hawa and Oh My English! Season 2.
33. Hossan Leong Local funny man and radio personality Hossan Leong is a regular in the theatre scene for shows such as a Singaporean in Paris. The “Singapore Boy” is also fluent in French and was awarded the Chevalier de L’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres.
32. Kumar Singapore’s only drag queen ‘approved by the government’, Kumar is an icon in his own right. He cuts a slim figure in amazing gowns on stage while telling vulgar and politically-incorrect jokes. He is a talented stand-up ‘comedienne’, whose “ovaries grow on the outside”.
31. Huang Wenyong The late Huang Wenyong was one of Singapore’s first leading men, who was catapulted to fame in “The Awakening”. The drama series was based on the experiences of early Chinese immigrants in Singapore. He also starred in the long-running dramedy series “Don’t Worry Be Happy”, as the bargain-loving “Lobang King”. He passed away from cancer last year but will always be in our hearts.
30. Ivan Heng Ivan Heng made his Hollywood film debut in The Fifth Element alongside Milla Jovovich as “Left Arm”. Most recently, he’s been seen in local productions such as in The Importance of Being Earnest and La Cage au Folles. Ivan is also the founding artistic director of W!ld Rice.
29. Lim Kay Siu Known for film roles in The Blue Mansion and Army Daze, among others, Lim Kay Siu also had a crack internationally with a substantial role in the 1999 Hollywood film Anna and the King. He starred alongside Jodie Foster, Chow Yun Fatt and Bai Ling. His brother, Lim Kay Tong, another famous actor, first broke into the international scene before him.
28. Adrian Lim This infamous “Toa Payoh ritual murderer” killed two young children in a gruesome case that shocked the whole of Singapore in 1981. His 41-day-trial was supposedly the second-longest that had been held in the courts of Singapore at that time. The terror of Toa Payoh is one Singaporean we would like to forget, but never will.
27. Gurmit Singh Who can forget the loud-mouth contractor with yellow rubber boots? Gurmit Singh is best known for playing Phua Chu Kang who, regrettably, also sang the public service announcement jingle on the awareness of the protocols for SARS. “If you’re sick call 993, ambulance will come for free…”
26. Anita Sarawak Anita Sarawak has made us proud since her discovery by EMI Records and subsequent 20-year contract to Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas. The now 62-year-old has retired in the USA, with her husband and step-son.
25. Fann Wong The First Princess of Caldecott Hill, Fann Wong may have just given birth to her first child by the time this story is out but she’s one of the few Singaporean actresses to have made it in Hollywood, in a leading role with Jackie Chan and Owen Wilson in Shanghai Knights, no less. Of course, Fann has had her fair share of local TV hits as well, such as the “Return of the Condor Heroes” where she acted alongside Christopher Lee, who is now her husband.
21. Stefanie Sun Our songbird Stefanie Sun has done us proud with over 30 million copies of her albums sold thus far. She has also sung a couple of National Day Songs such as “We Will Get There” and “One United People” in the early 2000s. Stefanie is a mom and is mostly kept busy raising her first child.
20. Eric Khoo One of Singapore’s more prolific directors, Eric Khoo has several critically-acclaimed films such as Meepok Man, 12 Storeys, Be With Me and the Palme D’or nominated My Magic.
19. Royston Tan Film maker Royston Tan has done many films with the most famous one being the Hungry Ghost Festival inspired 881, a Hokkien musical on the ge-tai traditions. His other films such as 15, a story about teenage gangsters in the heartlands, have also gained international attention in the USA and Australia.
18. V Sundramoorthy A name almost synonymous with Fandi, V Sundramoorthy is widely-remembered for his bicycle kick during a match against Brunei. “The Dazzler” was the second player aside from Fandi Ahmad to play in Europe, for FC Basel.
17. Fandi Ahmad
The undisputed Queen of Caldecott Hill, Zoe Tay shot to fame with her portrayal of materialistic Bobo in the Channel 8 drama series “Pretty Faces”. Nonetheless, she is perhaps best remembered for her role in the gambling series, “Unbeatables”, in all three seasons. Who can forget flying cards and gravity-defying dice shaking?
Fandi Ahmad is a sporting legend of Singapore, and one of its favourite sons. He famously played for Dutch Eredivisie side FC Groningen, and scored in a UEFA Cup match against Inter Milan. He was even offered a contract with giants Ajax Amsterdam, but turned them down. Fandi is much-loved for helping the Lions win the Malaysian League & Cup double in 1994. He is currently the coach of our Lions XII team in the Malaysian Super League.
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“Fried Rice Paradise, nasi goreng very nice!” Who can forget this catchy ditty? A talented composer and multi-hyphenate, Dick Lee has composed for many quintessential Singaporean plays such as Beauty World, Fried Rice Paradise as well as the recently-revived HOTPANTS the musical. Don’t forget, the “Mad Chinaman” has also written one of the most touching National Day songs to date, “Home” (sung by Kit Chan). “This is home, truly…”
22) Kit Chan Known for singing one of the most touching National Day songs, “Home”, in both English and Mandarin, she also wrote one of the theme songs for a Channel 8 drama, which won the best theme song in a drama at the Star Awards. She started her record label, Banshee Empire, in 2010.
“Singapore’s Mother Teresa”, Teresa Hsu, may have passed on at the age of 113 in 2011 but she will always be remembered for her compassion and her exceptional health. She would volunteer at old folks’ homes and practice yoga every morning. We have much respect for this remarkable woman.
15. Sang Nila Utama The Prince of Palembang, Sang Nila Utama sailed for the island of “Temasek” (the old name for Singapore) from the Riau Islands in search of a suitable place for a new city. Upon landing on the island, he supposedly caught sight of a magnificent beast with an orange body, black head and a white chest. He was told it was a lion, resulting in our country’s name, “Singapura”, the Lion City. Nonetheless, historians say no lions were ever in Singapore so what he saw was most probably a tiger.
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14. Neville Tan
10. Sheik Alauddin
5. David Marshall
Neville Tan was once one of the ten most wanted men in Singapore, and was even sentenced to hang for being involved in a gang war that led to the death of a gang member. He was spared the noose because he was only 17 years old, and to young to hang under British law. Neville found God in solitary confinement when he was in jail on various charges. He later became the founding pastor of the Church of God and has gone around the world to evangelise about Christianity, the religion that set him on the right path.
In 1990, in Holland, 23-year-old Sheik Alauddin won the first World Silat Championship and he repeated his gold-medal performance in the following SEA Games. His protégés have since gone on to achieve success and many medals in silat. He earned a spot in the Singapore Sports Council’s Hall of Fame in 2001.
The 1st Chief Minister of Singapore, David Marshall led a delegation to London to negotiate for complete selfrule for Singapore in 1956, but failed due to the worker riots and fears of Communist influence. Marshall was also the founder of the Workers’ Party of Singapore and served as ambassador of Singapore to France, Portugal, Spain and Switzerland despite his disagreement with Lee Kuan Yew’s government.
13. Subhas Anandan Everybody knows his face. This prominent defence lawyer has worked on numerous high-profile cases such as the case of Anthony Ler, who hired a boy to kill his wife and to pass it off as an accident, as well as the case of Took Leng How, the man who was accused of killing the young Chinese girl, Huang Na. He now serves as a senior consultant at KhattarWong.
9. C Kunalan
4.Yusof Ishak
Regarded as Singapore’s greatest ever athlete, C Kunalan is now a retired runner but in his youth, during the Mexico City Olympic Games, he set a record for the 100m dash with a time of 10.38 seconds. That feat stood for the next 33 years. Wow.
He’s the man on our money, for those of you who don’t know. Yusof Ishak was the 1st Malayan-born head of state of Singapore (Yang di-pertuan Negara) and was also the 1st President of Singapore following Singapore’s departure from the Malaysian federation.
8) Tan Tock Seng Back in the day, Tan Tock Seng was a notable businessman and philanthropist. He funded the Tan Tock Seng Hospital, which tended to numerous sick people, especially the poor. Tan Tock Seng Hospital still stands today and many acronym-loving Singaporeans know it as TTSH.
3. Zubir Said You may recognise this name from the top of your school handbook or music book. This is the man who composed Majulah Singapura, our national anthem, as well as the popular Children’s Day song, Semoga Bahagia. Google recently paid tribute to him on its search page.
7. Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles
12. Patricia Chan Locally referred to as Pat Chan, she was the golden girl of swimming in the ‘60s to early ‘70s. Pat won 39 gold medals at the Southeast Asian Games, three silver and five bronze medals in the Asian Games and was Singapore’s first female professional coach in 1973. Pat later ventured into journalism.
11. Anthony Chen Our favourite son of recent times, Cannes Camera d’Or winner Anthony Chen is now a household name with his multiple award-winning debut feature film, Ilo Ilo. He was also named as one of Variety magazine’s annual “10 Directors to Watch”.
Famous for being the founder of Singapore, he was also credited with planning the early town well, with separate enclaves for various ethnic groups, as well as roads and schools. He also established Singapore as a free port, resulting in it being one of the busiest ports in the world, even today.
2. Tan Howe Liang The no. 2 spot goes to one of the grandest Singaporeans in history, Tan Howe Liang. A legendary weightlifter, Howe Liang put Singapore on the world map when he lifted 380kg in the lightweight category in the 1960 Rome Olympics and beat 33 other rivals to the silver medal. He is still the only Singaporean who has won a medal in all the major sporting events of the Olympics, the Commonwealth Games and the Asian Games.
6. Benjamin Sheares The 2nd president of Singapore, Benjamin Sheares also had a medical degree in obstetrics and gynaecology. His biggest achievement was the invention of an artificial vagina for those born without one. The modification of his invention is still used in sexchange operations today. That’s something that you never knew about our former president, did you?
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1. Lee Kuan Yew Lee Kuan Yew is a name everyone knows, in Singapore and abroad. Whatever your sentiment about his political career and decisions, we have to concede that he is the “Father of the Nation”. Singapore perhaps would’ve fallen into oblivion postAug 9, 1965, had it not been for him. That’s why he’s no.1.
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Singapore’s Ethnic Heroes As we enjoy the success and prosperity of our nation today, do you still remember the pioneers who fought hard in the early days? We bring to mind heroes from various ethnic groups who helped to build our nation.
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Indian: S Rajaratnam (1915 – 2006)
Sharing the same dissatisfaction with the prevailing political situation, S Rajaratnam and Lee Kwan Yew formed the People’s Action Party (PAP). Being a strong believer in racial harmony, Rajaratnam wrote our National Pledge with the words “... one united people, regardless of race, language or religion...”
Malay: Yusof Bin Ishak (1910 – 1970)
Although from humble origins, Yusof bin Ishak became the 1st Malayanborn Head of State on Dec 3, 1959. In 1965, the year of independence, he became the 1st President of Singapore. He showed moral courage and effective leadership during the early years of nation-building.
During his last term, he was often ill but still assisted the people in need.
Eurasian: Benjamin Henry Sheares (1907 – 1981)
Benjamin Sheares first distinguished himself in the field of obstetrics and gynaecology. He was the first Singaporean to be appointed Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the University of Malaya. He was also appointed as the First Chancellor of the National University of Singapore. In 1971, Benjamin Sheares became the 2nd President of Singapore. He maintained a humble life despite his new position, and refused a higher salary.
HOKKIEN/Peranakan: Tan Tock Seng (1798 – 1850)
Tan Tok Seng was a renowned philanthropist who contributed generously to charity and covered burial costs for the poor. His most famous gesture was the donation of $7,000 Spanish dollars to build the Chinese Pauper’s Hospital (later renamed Tan Tock Seng Hospital) in 1844. He was also a founder of the Thiam
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Hock Keng Temple. Tan was the first Asian to be made a Justice of the Peace by Governor Butterworth. His role in settling disputes between Chinese immigrants earned him the title “Captain of the Chinese”.
JewISH: David saul Marshall (1908 – 1995)
In 1955, David Saul Marshall became Singapore’s first Chief Minister. His driving ambition was to give Singapore self-rule. When he failed to attain self-governance for Singapore from the British in 1956 (mainly due to the bus riots and fears of Communist influence), he resigned from his post. He became an ambassador for Singapore to France, Spain, Portugal and Switzerland, and always defended Singapore’s interests abroad.
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Hakka: Elizabeth Choy (1910 – 2006)
Elizabeth Choy is famous for being a war heroine. During the Japanese Occupation in World War II, Choy and her husband secretly brought supplies, messages and even radios to British internees. Unfortunately, they were captured by the Japanese. Despite being imprisoned and terribly tortured, she refused to confess. After the war, she was awarded the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in recognition of her valour. Elizabeth Choy also became Singapore’s first woman in the Legislative Council in 1951 and was recognised as a dedicated educator. She was the first principal of the Singapore School for the Blind in 1956.
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Butt-kickin’ turtles are back! Our favourite band of mutant ninjas is back in action as the Ninja Turtles return to the big screen in a big way with Michael Bay Evil besets the city of New York as the evil Shredder and his Foot Clan reign supreme over citizens and politicians. Salvation comes in the most unlikely of forms: Four mutant turtle brothers rise from the dark of the sewers to realise their fate as the butt-kickin’ saviours of New York. As the old tagline goes, they are the veritable “heroes in a halfshell” come to save the day.
Turtle Power Rebooted The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are back to blaze the trail of heroism for a brand new generation, thanks to the master of mayhem, Michael Bay (Transformers). This new film is a repackaging of the essence of the Turtles, while somewhat keeping their mysterious origins. Viewers can expect the familiar brand of witty humour and fastpaced martial arts action, along with better CGI and visual aesthetics. A great leap from the first Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles feature film in 1990, this new film promises a
series of twists to the classic story. Still, the familiar humour, action and weapons of the sai, katana, bo staff and flailing nunchakus will be comforting to fans. Cowabunga! The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are based on a comic classic created by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird. Its popularity grew immensely as it was turned into a cartoon series and then live action feature films.
Can We Keep Her? Megan Fox plays the fearless reporter April O’Neil. The Turtles work closely with the beauty and her wise-guy cameraman to stop Shredder’s diabolical plan. Apparently, Fox confessed to being a huge Ninja Turtles fan in her childhood and even admitted that her first crush was on Michelangelo. Need we say more? These turtles are ready to rock. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles [PG] DIRECTOR: Jonathan Liebesman STARRING: Megan Fox, Will Arnett, Johnny Knoxville & Tony Shalhoub GENRE: Action, Adventure RUN LENGTH: 105 min RELEASE: 7 Aug
band of green brothers Leonardo (Blue) Named after the Italian artist and polymath Leonardo da Vinci, Leo is the oldest of the Ninja Turtles, and their fearless leader. His weapons of choice are the twin Katana swords and he specialises in Kenjutsu, the sword discipline of Ninjutsu.
Donatello (Purple) The most intelligent of the gang, and known for his invention, Donatello’s weapon of choice is the bo staff, and he tries to avoid violence whenever possible. He is named after the Renaissance artist.
Raphael (Red) The ‘bad boy’ in the group. Raph is known for his short temper and aggressive nature. He is perhaps the most reckless and violent in the group. His weapons of choice are the twin sai.
Michelangelo (Orange) Named after Italian Renaissance artist Michelangelo Buonarroti, Mikey is the baby and comedian of the group. He flings his nunchakus wantonly and adds humour to this band of green brothers. His love for his family is only equal to his love of pizza.
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Into the Storm: The Rage of Mother Nature This thrilling film documents the terrifying events and devastating aftermath of a series of tornadoes engulfing the city. In the span of a few hours, the town of Silverton is ravaged by an unprecedented onslaught of the fury of nature. The entire city is at the mercy of erratic and deadly tornadoes. Most of the residents of Silverton flee or run to seek shelter, while others run toward the vortex, putting to the test how far a storm chaser will go for that once-ina-lifetime shot.
Thrilling First-Person Experience Told through the eyes and lenses of professional storm chasers, thrill-seeking amateurs and courageous townspeople, Into the Storm throws you directly into the eye of the storm to experience Mother Nature at her most extreme. For someone who has never experienced tornadoes before, it is surely fascinating to explore what happens when Mother Nature wields one of her most destructive weapons, and how different people react to it. The spectacle is one of sheer wonderment, to the edge of fear, and one you can almost ‘experience’. Presented in first-person narrative, this disaster film immerses the audience in even greater thrills and suspense. Producer Todd Garner said, “I love how that style
You’ll almost feel like you’re there, going along for the ride
to see their devastating impact on the environment. No effort was spared in creating the digital fury and ravaged foliage trawled up by the storm, including digital rain, debris, tree trunks and car parts. Not forgetting, the intense, deafening sound that helps the audience to feel the fury of the disaster. Both sound as well as the absence of it, add to the incredible effect. Even with your eyes closed, you’d be terrified by what’s coming.
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really brings the viewer into a story, almost as if you’re an unseen character who is part of the experience, going along for the ride.” And one wild ride it certainly is.
Extensive visuals and sound effects In a world with the Internet, most people would know what a storm or tornado looks like. Can the filmmakers deliver an EF5 (the highest rating on the Enhanced Fujita scale of tornado strength) force of nature that would keep even extreme weather junkies on the edge of their seats? The city encounters various types of twisters throughout the film, such as traditional wedge tornadoes, slender rope tornadoes, and even a fire tornado and a massive two-mile-wide tornado. Don’t be surprised if, more than once, your jaw drops during the film. In addition to the tornadoes, you get
Into the Storm promises to be more than just a spectacle of a disaster. The audience would also be captivated by the evolution of the relationships that occur over the course of the disaster-laden crisis. “Under what can only be described as incredibly chaotic events, people begin as strangers and then experience, in the course of a few hours together, incredible intensity and an overwhelming range of emotions,” Sarah Wayne Callies (of “The Walking Dead” and who plays meteorologist Allison Stone) shared. “By the end of the experience, they come to mean something to one another in the way that only people who endure this kind of crisis together can,” she said. Not only will you get to experience the overwhelming assault of the tempest up close in Into the Storm, you’ll be moved by the extraordinary story of courage and survival. Into the Storm [PG] DIRECTOR: Steven Quale STARRING: Richard Armitage, Sarah Wayne Callies & Jeremy Sumpter GENRE: Thriller RUN LENGTH: 89 min RELEASE: Aug 7
A L SO IN T H E A T RES Sex Tape [R21] Jason Segel and Cameron Diaz star in “A movie about a movie they don’t want you to see”. After ten years of marriage and two kids, the couple loses the once intense romantic connection. Their whole life is turned around when a sex tape they made to spice up their romance is uploaded into “the cloud” and shared with everyone they know. STARRING: Jason Segel, Cameron Diaz & Rob Corddry GENRE: Comedy RELEASE: 7 Aug
Guardians of the Galaxy [PG13] Marvel brings to us more lovable superheroes in the Guardians of the Galaxy. Perhaps not as dashing as Captain America, as ripped as The Hulk, or as classy as Tony Stark (Iron Man), The Guardians feature a bunch of outlaws from different backgrounds who come together as the galaxy’s final salvation. STARRING: Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista & Karen Gillan GENRE: Action, Sci-Fi, Adventure RELEASE: 31 Jul
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Delicious bites in Tiong Bahru Tiong Bahru is filled with historic flats and shophouses, and yummy food
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Tiong Bahru estate is an enclave renowned for its unique architecture, which hails from pre-war Singapore. Walking around Tiong Bahru is an interesting experience as the aesthetically beautiful 1930s architecture of the flats are reminiscent of olden Singapore, yet the high concentration of hipster cafes, shops and restaurants make it a cool neighbourhood to dine and to people-watch.
There are a number of treasures in Tiong Bahru, and we recommend more than ten of them here.
1. Ah Chiang’s Porridge Ah Chiang’s Porridge dwells in an oldstyle coffee shop at 65 Tiong Poh Road. The porridge is smooth and creamy while the ingredients are fresh. Start off with the raw fish with shredded ginger, red chilli, spring onion and sesame oil. The fish is very fresh and its flavours naturally stand out because of the neutral seasoning.
The Lor Mee here is a favourite
The Pig Organ Soup at the hawker centre is fantastic
2. Tiong Bahru Food Market & Hawker Centre
As soon as you turn off from the main road and into Tiong Bahru estate, you are literally hit by a plethora of delicious food aromas
The duck is tender and moist with wellcharred skin that is crispy with depth of flavour from the spice rub and charcoal roasting. This is not to be missed!
The local food heaven is at Tiong Bahru Food Market & Hawker Centre (30 Seng Poh Road). Here you can find some of the best local food in Singapore. The most popular stalls include 178 Lor Mee (#02-23), Pork Ribs Prawn Noodle (#02-31), Koh Brothers Pig Organ Soup (#02-29), Wanton Noodles (#02-30), Tiong Bahru Chwee Kueh (#02-62) and Tiong Bahru Lee Hong Kee Cantonese Roasted (#02-60). There is, of course, much more here that makes Tiong Bahru deserve to stand out as a treasure trove.
3. Tiong Bahru Lee Hong Kee Cantonese Roasted The char siew, roasted duck and roasted pork with crackling that is brittle-y crispy make queuing up at Tiong Bahru Lee Hong Kee Cantonese Roasted stall worth your while.
4. 178 Lor Mee The famous lor mee combines fish that is extremely fresh and good stock that is heavy because of reduction rather than too much starch. There’s the old-fashioned combination of yellow mee, boiled egg, pork belly, beansprouts, fish fritters and sticky gravy that is timeless.
5. Other Heavenly Delights More old-style local food can be found at Por Kee Eating House (69 Seng Poh Lane), for good, inexpensive zi char dishes such as steamed fish, hot plate tofu and champagne pork ribs; Ting Heng Seafood Restaurant (82 Tiong Poh Road), an openair restaurant with good fresh steamboat items and fried dishes; and Old Tiong Bahru Bak Kut Teh (58 Seng Poh Road), a perennial favourite that serves tender pork ribs in a fragrant broth that is rich, garlicky and packs a peppery punch. By Freda Saunders
Step back in time with Chef Jonathan Phang as he meets the staff and passengers of the Orient Express, and samples the culinary experiences on-board while traversing the world
From beauty agency to professional chef, Jonathan Phang now gives you a view into the cuisine of luxury train travel
During his stops, he cooks scampi with world famous chef Ivan Cantenacci and also learns all about the master chocolatiers in Paris.
A Trip with Agatha Christie
Jonathan Phang’s Gourmet Trains: New culinary flavour “From Bucharest in Romania to Istanbul in Turkey, Jonathan cooks wild venison in the Carpathian Mountains and learns about Istanbul’s so-called ‘spice girl’.”
There’s more to trains than a happy journey. In Episode 2, Jonathan puts a new spin on his trip. He retraces renowned novelist Agatha Christie’s legendary footsteps, which eventually led to the creation of “Murder on the Orient Express”. From Bucharest in Romania to Istanbul in Turkey, Jonathan cooks wild venison in the Carpathian Mountains and learns about Istanbul’s so-called ‘spice girl’. He further explores the emerging food scenes of Romania and Turkey through a series of leading revolutionary figures.
The Allure of the Orient Chef Jonathan Phang crosses the Old World and the new on a series of elegant train rides, tasting and testing the five-star service and cuisine on offer From beauty agency to professional chef, Jonathan Phang has seen and done it all. Now, he takes on a new challenge as he samples the culinary experiences offered by the Orient Express trains of the world. Chef Jonathan will guide you across Europe and Asia, showing you the traditional dishes and delectable delights
Italian Sunshine to Classy London
A big part of Jonathan’s life-changing journey is the temptation of the Orient Express. Step back in time with Jonathan as he meets the passengers and the staff members. It’s an experience anyone can try and “Gourmet Trains” aims to open up this secretive and mysterious world of luxury train travel. Come aboard and join the adventure.
In Episode 1, Jonathan begins the series onto the platform of the Venice train station in Italy. He boards the Orient Express and begins his trip through Europe, enjoying lobster lunches along the way.
“Jonathan Phang’s Gourmet Trains” starts with an exclusive Asian premiere on Tue, Aug 19, 9pm, on Asian Food Channel, StarHub TV Ch 435.
of the diverse culinary scenes of Europe and Asia. He’ll sample the five-star food and service and get involved with the chefs, showing you how the best chefs in the world can craft a meal even while on the move.
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weekender.com.sg The Wagyu Beef Steak comprises drool-some slices of heaven
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Seafood Galore at the Pelican Seafood Show Assorted seafood such as Maine Lobster, seasonal crabs, cultured mussels from Prince Edward Island, Countneck clams and local prawns are boiled in a white wine and vegetable broth for your enjoyment. The broth is filled with sweet vegetables such as carrots, onions and celery, to name a few. It’s seasoned with lemon, thyme, a sprinkle of salt, and Old Bay spices. It is indeed quite a show when they pour it all out onto your plastic sheet-covered table when you watch all that goodness tumble out of the silver bucket!
Eat to Your Heart’s Desire
The Pelican Boil is a scrumptious and fun dining experience
The Pelican joins in the Southern boil fray with the launch of its new menu If you’ve been following the seafood scene in Singapore you’ve probably noticed the trend of Southern boils, where a multitude of seafood is boiled in a bucket before being thrown onto a table for hands-on eating. The Pelican Seafood Bar & Grill is one of the latest to join the fray, and Saturdays are about to get messy. Every Saturday, the special Pelican Boil ($128++ for two to three) will be served hot from the pot straight to the table.
While a single serving can happily feed a party of two to three, add-ons such as whole lobster ($78), whole crab ($58), corn on the cob ($12) and potatoes ($12) can also be included in your order, if you wish. If you’re the princess type that doesn’t like to get down and dirty with your food, throw your inhibitions out the window if you wish to enjoy the dish. It is next to impossible to use anything else but your hands. Ladies, it is best to eat here without a manicure because you will ruin it. I had a surprisingly easy time de-shelling the lobster, as compared to the crab. The flesh inside the lobster also had a more bountiful yield than the crab. For July and August, The Pelican will give away a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label champagne with every purchase of two sets of the Pelican Boil. The Pelican, One Fullerton, #01-01, Singapore 049213, Tel: 6438 0400
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Carver & Co joins the plethora of good eats already present in the east of Singapore Ever craved a huge turkey or roast of any kind during the middle of the year? Well, if you’re the kind of person who misses seasonal Christmas food when it isn’t Christmas, Carvers & Co is here to the rescue. Having opened on the stretch of restaurants opposite 112 Katong on East Coast Road, its kitchen is helmed by Sarah Jane Lin, a former Pilates instructor turned chef who used to be a small stakeholder in One Man Coffee on Thomson Road. Fresh out of that kitchen comes rich dishes such as whole roast turkeys, porchetta and steaks. Do ask for the daily roast specials as they change frequently.
Meat Galore The meal gets off to a promising start with Paprika Candied Bacon Chips ($6), which is
Desserts & Sweet Treats The desserts change regularly too, so it is important to look at the blackboard hanging in the store for your options on the day. I was fortunate to get the Fruit Crumble ($9.90), which arrived fresh out of the oven. The crumble is more like a cobbler encased in a cocotte with bananas and blackberries. The vanilla ice cream on top of the warm crumble melted into the dessert, resulting in a comforting treat. Also available are options such as the Dark Chocolate Tart ($12.90) with butternut crust and fresh cream, and two rotating cake flavours – it was red velvet and lemon meringue when I was there. Carver & Co, 43 East Coast Road, Singapore 428764, Tel: 6348 0448
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Launch of 3 New Coffees Sophie Bakery has just launched its range of 3 new artisanal singleorigin coffees from Brazil, Ethiopia and Sumatra. Each pack of coffee beans to be given is worth $18.90 per pack. Sophie Bakery Sophie Bakery is one of the few leading French artisanal bakeries in Singapore that provides affordable and rustic French breads, viennoiseries, pastries and desserts, and freshly-roasted coffee.
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a crispy bak kwa-like treat. I also managed to try one of the brunch items. Carvers & Co’s Truffle Egg-in-The-Hole Toast ($15) is a modern take on the Toad In The Hole dish from Britain and features a piece of toast with the middle cut out and filled with an egg infused with truffle oil and then covered with a slice of cheese. The little piece of bread from the middle comes as a quaint side with bacon jam on the top. The daily roasts (market price) come in single, half or whole portions. When I was there I managed to try part of a hefty 10kg turkey. I felt that the turkey at Carvers & Co was slightly dry despite Sarah’s best effort but, thankfully, her porchetta fared much better. The porchetta was crisp on the outside with a crackling rind, while the inside remained soft and fatty. The porchetta came with an apple chutney sauce and extra pork crackling. Yum! The standard serving of roasts comes with two sides of mashed potato and candied carrots.
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8 Must-see places in
Kampong Buangkok
The last cluster of kampong or village-style living on the mainland of Singapore can be found in Kampong Buangkok, not far from high-rise HDB flats in the area. Kampong Buangkok is home to a mix of 30-odd Chinese and Malay families. Kampong Buangkok remains as authentic as it did 40 years ago, with livestock walking around freely and children fishing during their free time. For a peek into the life of Singaporeans 40 years ago, be sure to pay this peaceful village a visit before Father Time catches up with the kampong that’s been frozen in time. Kampong Buangkok, near Gerald Drive (off Yio Chu Kang Road)
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World War II Legacy: Fort Siloso
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Maxwell Hawker Centre
Singapore is known around the world for its smorgasbord of food originating from a host of ethnicities. Enjoy authentic Singaporean food at the famous Maxwell Hawker Centre, a confluence of various popular hawker dishes. Be spoilt for choice with over 100 food vendors presenting the best delicacies. Many must-try dishes have been publicised in various media, including Tian Tian Chicken Rice (that won in a competition against Chef Gordon Ramsay), Zhen Zhen Porridge and even Shanghai Dim Sum. 1 Kadayanallur Street
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Shinto Shrine Ruins:
Syonan Jinja in MacRitchie Reservoir
Even many Singaporeans don’t know that deep within the forest of MacRitchie Reservoir lies the ruins of a Japa-
Singapore Zoo & River Safari
Our Wildlife Reserves are known to be among the best in the world
Globally-renowned as one of the best rainforest zoos and river safaris in the world, Singapore’s Wildlife Reserves is something to be proud of. Be sure not to miss the unparalleled experience the Singapore Zoo and River Safari have to offer, such as free-roaming animals, beautiful natural enclosures and what has been described as “exceptionally happy” animals. www.zoo.com.sg, www.riversafari.com.sg
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The River Safari is a unique animal encounter that is fun and exciting
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Top Amusement Park in Asia: Universal Studios Singapore
Singapore’s very own movie-themed amusement park, Universal Studios Singapore, offers thrills and fun experiences like no other. Ranked as No.1 out of the Top 25 Amusement Parks in Asia by TripAdvisor,
Singapore’s only preserved coastal fort, Fort Siloso, stands an emblem of the darkest times in Singapore history. Sadly, it was built as a fortress to protect Singapore from Japanese naval forces, with multiple large canons facing the open sea, but it was quickly made redundant as the Japanese advance came through the thick tropical jungles in the north. Fort Siloso is home to the country’s largest collection of World War II artefacts. You can discover more about Singapore’s poignant World War II history with reenactments, tram rides through history and guided tours.
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The Last Kampong in Singapore:
iFly Singapore gives you the closest experience to flying
you are guaranteed a whole day of fun with your friends or family. Highlights include the Shrek 4D ride, The Transformers 3D ride, the Steven Spielberg Movie Experience, the Sesame Street Spaghetti Space Chase and the Revenge of the Mummy Rollercoaster Ride. Immerse yourself in the worlds of your favourite characters beyond the screen. Resorts World Sentosa, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island
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Largest Indoor Wind Tunnel in the World: iFly
Experience flying in the world’s largest wind tunnel right here in Singapore. iFly brings you all the thrills and exhilaration that you would get from actual skydiving, in indoor safety. iFly Singapore also boasts several Guinness World Records set by its experienced iFlyers. At about one-fifth the cost of actual skydiving, iFly gives you an experience like no other. www.iflysingapore.com
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F1 Grand Prix Singapore
The F1 Grand Prix in Singapore is the only night race in the world and is famous for bringing F1 Grand Prix as well as entertainment fans a unique sports and party experience. Feel the rush as the spectacular machines zoom by, and catch A-list international performers in town to entertain you. Last year’s edition saw Rihanna and The Killers, among others. This year, Singapore GP has confirmed that Jennifer Lopez and Robbie Williams will perform at the event. www.singaporegp.sg These are just some of the incredible sights and experiences in Singapore. Who says you need to leave home to have fun? Plan for these experiences with your friends and family soon. By Basil Lee
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nese Shinto shrine called Syonan Jinja. The shrine dates back to World War II, when it was built in the name of the Japanese Soldiers who lost their lives during the invasion of Singapore. Sadly, the Shinto shrine was destroyed by the Japanese before they left Singapore. Today, a little of its eerie remains still reside in a clearing, including a series of stone steps and a water trough. Why not go on an adventure and seek it out?
The F1 Singapore Grand Prix is a unique night race
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ingapore is home to some of the most amazing sites in the world. Sentosa, Marina Bay Sands, the Botanic Gardens and our internationallyfeted airport could easily rank among them but there are some places and experiences that are truly unique. Here are some places, sights and experiences in Singapore that you should not miss or should encounter at least once in your lifetime.
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weekender.com.sg In Malaysia, you’ll see how culture can be colourful and fun
“You’ll get to be a part of village life and be one with the people in the kampong as you eat, laugh and play traditional games with them.”
Be hosted as part of the family and enjoy the best
balls around you. This guarantees a lot of adrenalin-pumping fun! In the traditional game of Tapak Gajah, you race on shoes made from coconut shells. Meanwhile, Rakit Darat is a rather unusual boat race on land, where the fun flows thick and fast as you try to beat your opponents. Board games such as Conkak and Batu Seremban are challenging and addictive. Forget sightseeing in that dusty museum for a minute and test your skills against your family, friends, and hosts.
Have more fun in your travel destination by living and playing in a kampong Exploring the many tourist sites of Malaysia is rewarding in itself. Malaysia has beauty that enchants tourists and makes them come back again and again. Now, you can experience even more on your travels to this magnificent country. Instead of moving into a cold, impersonal hotel, you can move in with a family and live in a kampong village during your stay. Yo u will get to be a part of village life and be one with the people in the kampong as you eat, laugh and play traditional games with them.
Become One of the Family Hundreds of “homestay” programmes are offered privately or through travel agents. You’ll live within the warmth of a Malaysian family and you’ll get to experience life in the country instead of simply looking at it or taking photos from a distance. Malaysians love to play and want you to join in. Many age-old games still captivate village residents across the country today as they have for centuries. These games have become national treasures. Playing these ethnic games is a unique experience you may come to cherish for
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Watch your Colourful Kite Soar
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Make Malaysia your playground
You’ve probably experienced the joys of playing with spinning tops and kites as a child. In this fascinating country, you can do the same except that the kites are colourful works of art and the adult tops are bigger, heavier and more challenging than the ones you are familiar with. A homestay offers many games such as these, and more. When the travel bug bites again, don’t be the outsider. Make Malaysia your playground and have more fun living and playing in your travel destination.
Have you ever run a race on stilts? The
game of Kaki Hantu, translated as “Ghost Feet”, enables you to experience this rare thrill. If you prefer to keep your feet on the ground, you can always try building a pyramid of cans while avoiding fast-flying
For more information or enquiries, please contact Visit Malaysia Year 2014 Secretariat at +601300 88 5050 or log on to www.vmy2014.com.
The Ho Chi Minh City Hall is one of the finest examples of French colonial architecture in the city
The giant statue of a Hindu god at Batu Caves is imposing, as torrents of visitors throng up its multiple steps
The crater lake of Tangkuban Perahu dormant volcano near Bandung in West Java, Indonesia is an astonishing scene
a lifetime. It gives you an opportunity to form lasting friendships as part of a team.
Run on Ghost Feet
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“It is recommended that you soak your feet or even your entire body in the hot spring, to rejuvenate your body and mind.”
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Ho Chi Minh – Ho Chi Minh City Hall In the centre of Ho Chi Minh City sits the magnificent Ho Chi Minh City Hall. Completed in 1908, the former Hotel de Ville’s design is based on the Paris original. It remains one of the most striking colonial monuments, especially when lit at night. The best view of the landmark is from the Rex Hotel’s terrace rooftop. The Rex Hotel rooftop bar is another poignant site, having hosted US military officials and correspondents during the Vietnam War. From $64, Tigerair. Promotion ends 10 Aug.
Kuala Lumpur – Batu Caves The Batu Caves is one Malaysia’s most distinctive geographical features. Its aweinspiring natural caverns are reachable by a test of 272 steep steps. Monkeys happily frolic around the slightly spookylooking caves. Its main attraction is the large statue of the Hindu God at the entrance, where you can also view the stunning skyline of the city centre. This is a popular site for tourists, and most people have been there at least once.
Tangkuban Perahu – Bandung Tangkuban Perahu has a distinctive shape that resembles an overturned boat. The crater continues to emit sulphur fumes, that give the air a somewhat mystical look. The huge crater is an astonishing scene. It is recommended that you soak your feet or even your entire body in the hot spring, to rejuvenate your body and mind.
From $36, Tigerair. Promotion ends 10 Aug.
All information is accurate at the time of writing.
From $59, Tigerair. Promotion ends 10 Aug.
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