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Bras Basah is a district in the Central Area of Singapore, named after the Malay word for "wet rice". It is home to several landmarks such as Raffles Hotel, Singapore Art Museum and Bras Basah MRT station.
Mar 7, 2017 · Explore the history, heritage, and arts of Bras Basah Bugis, Singapore's oldest neighbourhood. Discover its colonial buildings, temples, museums, shopping malls, and more.
Come join me on a walk along the area around Bras Basah.Bras Basah is a district located in the Museum Planning Area of the Central Area of Singapore.Bras Ba...
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Bras Basah Complex is more than just a bookstore for your parents. It offers a variety of niche offerings, from Chinese art and calligraphy to comic-art and collectibles. Explore its hidden gems and discover a whole new world of books and culture.
- Hobby Point
- Ink Ink Premium Art Collectibles
- Nanyang Gallery
- Compugram & Trading
- Tay Kim Lai Thai Amulets Centre
- Shawn & Gladys Dance Academy
- Gems Shine
- Vintage Frame Makers
- Swee Lee Music
- Awareness Place
Hobby Point stands out from the get-go with its towering Gashapon machines peppering its storefront. Have a go at putting your luck to the test or wander inside and let the memories of your childhood flood back to you with the all-too-familiar characters from our early years such as Gundam and Winnie the Pooh. You’d be surprised to find that many o...
This one’s for the die-hard superhero fan or lover of all things fantasy. The stunning Spiderman, Supergirl and Yoda artworks hanging by the windows definitely grabbed my attention from the onset, and left me in awe. Snag some rare and unique art collectibles that you wouldn’t be able to find elsewhere, and adorn your abode with a touch of magic. Y...
Bras Basah Complex might be teeming with art galleries and collections, but Nanyang stood out to me as simple yet quaint. It had a mix of scrolls, paintings, and tiny ornaments that really left me curious and questioning. Fancy a Mao Zi Dong statement piece, anyone? Nanyang Gallery | #02-73
If you stroll into any electronics shop these days, chances are that the shelves once selling DVD-RWs and other such technology have long been cleaned and cleared out. Here, you can find old school gadgets, games, and shows that you otherwise wouldn’t be able to get elsewhere. Or, if you like, simply bask in the nostalgia of the DVD era—pre-Netflix...
Albeit unorthodox, Thai amulets and talismans have always been a source of fascination for an occult fan like me. Though I’m far too afraid to dabble in the supernatural realm, it’s still interesting to observe the Thai culture through the lens of their spirituality. Inside, you’ll find statues, amulets, and other holy symbols each warding off a di...
Helming different dance styles such as Latin Dance, Show Dance, and Social Dance, the dance academy has been lauded as an excellent environment to step up your dance game, regardless of your proficiency level. They hold classes for both adults and children alike, and even offer Wedding Dance Packages if you’re looking for that added oomph to your s...
Amongst crystals and essential oils, gemology is another area of wellness that has heightened in popularity as of late. Whether you gem-nuinelybelieve in its healing properties, you can’t deny that gemstones are gorgeous to look at, and that they make great accessories or embellishment. Come and marvel at the colourful beauties in all their wonder ...
If you just so happened to need an art piece framed and mounted, you’ve come to the right place. Vintage frame makers will be sure to select and pair a complementary frame or border for your work to give it an overall elevated boost. Did someone say IKEA frames? Pfft! We don’t know her. Why settle for pre-made when here, you can custom fit that bea...
You didn’t think I’d pass up mentioning the good ol’ Swee Lee Music store, did you? Sure, it needs no introduction, but I couldn’t disrespect the OGof music repertoire in Singapore by omitting it from this list. Lauded as Asia’s largest music store—and rightfully so—Swee Lee’s got your every music need covered, carrying brands from Fender and Gibso...
If self-enlightenment and improvement are on your “to achieve” list, you’d be relieved to know that it starts with self-awareness. Come attain the highest rung on Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs with the aid of books, CDs, and, well, more books. Largely based on the ideologies and beliefs of Buddhism, Awareness Place makes a great haven for the one hop...
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Mar 10, 2022 · Bras Basah.Bugis (BBB) is a living representation of a modern city that thrives on its vibrant and energetic creative communities while also treasuring the heritage of Singapore's past. BBB is home to art schools, museums, galleries, temples, churches, and a variety of lifestyle clusters and events.
Bras Basah is one of the oldest districts in Singapore. With buildings both old and new lining manicured and landscaped streets as old as the island’s modern history, Bras Basah reflects Singapore’s unique identity as a multicultural society that thrives on its energetic future and vibrant past.
