Did you know that Jalan Besar means “the big road” in Malay? Located between the Rochor and Kallang Rivers, Jalan Besar was a swampy area before the land was reclaimed in the 1850s for hunters, fishermen, shipyards, sawmills, rubber factories, and slaughterhouses. We’ll learn about various street names, see a church with distinctive Art Deco architecture, and visit a Buddhist temple. We’ll also explore different architectural styles of shophouses such as Rococo, Chinoiserie, and Chinese Baroque. We’ll discover how the area has transformed from hardware shops to cafes and boutique hotels, and stop by the Jalan Besar Stadium, built in 1929, where the Malaya Cup matches took place, as well as the Old Victoria School. This tour will end with a dim sum lunch (at your own cost).
Date: Wednesday 2nd October
Time : 10am – 12:30pm
Meet point: Lavender MRT, Exit B, near McDonalds
Cost: $45 ANZA Member, $50 Non-Member
Additional Notes:
– High. There will be substantial walking/exertion required in the heat. Expect to be on your feet for most of this tour with infrequent rest stops
– Wear comfortable footwear, bring water and an umbrella
