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Singapore Botanic Gardens Information

The Singapore Botanic Gardens epitomises the tropical island's luxuriant parks. Spread over 52..

Chinatown Information

Singapore's Chinatown evolved around 1821 when the first Chinese junk arrived from Xiamen, Fujian..

Clarke Quay Information

Shop, eat and be entertained by the riverside! Featuring five blocks of restored warehouses, Clarke..

Little India Information

As you step into Little India, be prepared for an assault on the senses! You will be greeted by the..

Boat Quay Information

Looking for a swingin’ good time? Then head on down to Boat Quay - the trailblazer of the..

Raffles Hotel Information

Meet Singapore’s most famous Grande Dame – born in 1887 and never looking better! Raffles Hotel..

Kranji War Memorial Information

Kranji War Memorial honours the men from Britain, Australia, Canada, Sri Lanka, India, Malaya, the..

National Museum of Singapore Information

At 119 years old, the National Museum of Singapore is Singapore's biggest and oldest museum with..

Royal Selangor Pewter Centre Information

Be dazzled by Royal Selangor – one of the oldest and best-known names in the pewter industry for..

Singapore Zoo Information

Tired of having the usual breakfast? Then feast with an orang utan, the Oriental small-clawed..

Underwater World Information

Situated on Sentosa, Underwater World Singapore is a dream haven that showcases the awe-inspiring..

Turf Club/Horse Racing Information

Horse racing in Singapore has had a long and illustrious history, beginning in 1842 with the..

Abdul Gaffoor Mosque Information

Tucked away from the bustle of Little India, this mosque was completed in 1910 and recently..

Army Museum of Singapore Information

The Army Museum of Singapore takes you on a journey from the turbulent days of our pre-independence..

Art Retreat Museum Information

Amidst the hustle and bustle of Ubi Techpark lies a sanctuary for contemplation known as Art..

Asian Civilisations Museum Information

As its name suggests, the Asian Civilisations Museum focuses on the heritage of Asian cultures. The..

Buddha Tooth Relic Temple Information

The Buddha Tooth Relic Temple & Museum is a living cultural monument in the heart of Chinatown..

Bukit Timah Nature Reserve Information

It may surprise many to know that the small city-state of Singapore is only one of two cities in..

Butterfly Park & Insect Kingdom Info

Like an emergent butterfly, the delicate beauty of the Butterfly Park & Insect Kingdom promises to..

Changi Chapel & Museum Information

A beacon of hope for the hopeless. The Changi Chapel, housed within the open-air courtyard of the..

Changi Village Information

Off the beaten track near the Eastern tip of Singapore, Changi Village is a sleepy district in..

Chek Jawa Information

For environmentalists and conservationists, Chek Jawa is a gem of marine wildlife. Located at the..

Chinatown Heritage Centre Information

Life of the ethnic Chinese in early Singapore was simple and almost everyone lived in rented..

Chinese Garden Information

Step into the Chinese Garden and you might just imagine you’re in ancient China! Built in 1975..

Civil Defence Heritage Gallery Information

The Civil Defence Heritage Gallery traces fire fighting and civil defence developments in Singapore..

Civilian War Memorial Information

This memorial was erected to remember the shared experiences and struggles of the major races of..

Esplanade - Theatres On The Bay Info

Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay is one of the world’s busiest arts centres, officially opened on..

Fort Siloso Information

Built by the British in the 1880s to protect the western entrance to the Singapore harbour, Fort..

Geylang Serai Information

Geylang Serai is the cultural heart of the Malay community in Singapore. At the Malay Village, go..

Hua Song Museum Information

Hua Song, meaning "In praise of the Chinese Community", is a museum that brings to life the rich..

Istana Information

Care to meet the President in his home? If you’re lucky, you just might! The Istana (or..

Jamae Chulia Mosque Information

Ironically, one of Singapore’s most established mosques is located in the heart of Chinatown!..

Jurong BirdPark Information

If you are looking for a quick break from the hustle and bustle of the Singapore urban lifestyle..

Kampong Glam Information

Named after the Gelam tree which used to grow in the area, Kampong Glam was the historic seat of..

Katong Information

The distinctive charm of Katong can be traced back to its Peranakan roots. A quiet residential area..

MacRitchie, Peirce & Seletar Reservoirs

The three reservoirs are popular sites for family outings and picnics as they provide a quiet..

Malay Heritage Centre Information

Discover the role of Kampong Gelam as the centre of Islamic learning and literacy in the late 19th..

Mandai Orchid Garden Information

For over 50 years, Mandai Orchid Garden has been a beautiful sanctuary where a diverse array of..

Marina Barrage Information

The urban reservoir experience is beyond sights and sounds. Brace yourself for a sensory..

Merlion Park Information

The Merlion was first designed as an emblem for the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) in 1964 – the..

MINT Museum of Toys Information

MINT (Moment of Imagination and Nostalgia with Toys), the world's first purpose-built museum for..

National Library Singapore Garden Walks

In May 2005, the National Library Singapore received the platinum Green Mark Award (the highest..

Nei Xue Tang Information

Buddhism is one of the religious pillars of the East. Nei Xue Tang’s priceless collection of..

Night Safari Information

As the sun sets, a different world comes to life. At the Night Safari, you can look a rhinoceros in..

NUS Museums Information

At the Western end of Singapore lies a jewel of artworks and cultural artifacts. The NUS Museums at..

Old Parliament House and the Elephant..

What do government and art have in common? The Old Parliament House, for one. Designed and built by..

People of the River Sculptures Information

If you’re strolling along the Singapore River and do a double take, that might be because you..

Peranakan Museum Information

This new museum aims to house the best collection of Peranakan artefacts in the world, and the..

Pulau Ubin Information

This rustic village is a reflection of days gone by, when life was simpler. Try leisure walking or..

red dot design museum Information

The 2nd red dot design museum was established in Singapore in November 2005. The museum is the..

Reflections at Bukit Chandu Information

Go back in time to 1942 when 1,400 soldiers of the Malay Regiment made their stand against 13,000..

Robertson Quay Information

A more laid-back cousin to Boat Quay, Robertson Quay offers a more tranquil ambience for dining and..

Sakya Muni Buddha Gaya Temple Information

A 15-metre high statue of Buddha, surrounded by a seemingly endless chain of lights, is the focal..

Sentosa Information

A slice of paradise right in our doorstep, Sentosa offers a kaleidoscope of attractions and..

SGH Museum Information

Housed in the Bowyer Block, an architectural landmark in the Outram Campus, the SGH Museum is a..

Singapore Art Museum Information

Housed in a restored 19th century mission school, the Singapore art Museum (SAM) owns the largest..

Singapore City Gallery Information

See the whole of Singapore from a unique vantage point, right under your feet! An exclusive, giant..

Singapore Coins and Notes Museum Info

The Singapore Coins and Notes Museum is the country’s first and only museum dedicated to..

Sri Mariamman Temple Information

Singapore's oldest Hindu temple is an impressive structure in Chinatown. Dating back to 1827, the..

Sri Senpaga Vinayagar Temple Information

Built in the mid-19th century, the Sri Senpaga Vinayagar Temple was re-built and consecrated in..

St Joseph's Church Information

In 1825, Father Francisco da Silva e Maia founded the Portuguese Mission on the site where St...

Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall Info

Chinese heroism and nationalism are recurring themes at the Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall...

The Cathedral of the Good Shepherd Info

The oldest Catholic church in Singapore, the Cathedral is also the revered home of the present..

The Southern Ridges Information

Whether you’re a sporty runner looking for a good workout and a breath of fresh air amidst the..

Thekchen Choling Information

Founded by Singapore-born Lama Thubten Namdrol Dorje in 2001, Thekchen Choling Singapore is a..

Tiger Sky Tower Information

Feel Like Getting High? Catch panoramic views across Singapore, Sentosa and the Southern Islands..

Toa Payoh Information

One of Singapore's earliest public housing estates, Toa Payoh has developed a distinctive character..

Veeramakaliamman Temple Information

Built as early as 1855 by Bengali labourers, this magnificent temple was constructed for the..


Chinese Heritage Centre Information

The Chinese Heritage Centre (CHC) was founded in 1995 to advance knowledge and understanding of the Chinese Overseas communities in different parts of the world. It is housed in the historic Administration Block of the former Nanyang University, a landmark establishment as the first and only Chinese university outside China, founded by the Chinese overseas.

Visitors will find it pleasant to simply admire the unique architecture of this 1950s building, now a National Monument, or take a stroll in the Yunnan Garden or by the Nantah Lake, right beside the Centre.


The Chinese outside China are heterogeneous. The Exhibition: Chinese More or Less at the Chinese Heritage Centre addresses this diversity and poses the question of whether “Chinese-ness” can be quantified.

Through the exhibits in seven different galleries which illustrate Chinese in different parts of the world and across generations, the Exhibition explores what it has meant, at different times, to be defined as Chinese – by oneself, by other Chinese, and by people other than Chinese – and how the defining of “Chinese” has moved beyond simple categorization.

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