 Chinatown has also come a long way since the
early days when Chinese immigrants made this
enclave their home. Filled with a sprawling myriad
of shops and eateries, bustling with colourful and
exciting activities set against a backdrop of rich
history and heritage, Chinatown is not to be missed
especially in the evening when everything really
comes alive.
At a Chinese Medical Hall, learn how Traditional
Chinese Medicine helps to regulate your Yin and
Yang. From ancient days till modern times, the
Chinese have continue with herbs and practices
like acupuncture, moxibustion, tai chi and tui na to stay healthy.
After dinner at a local Chinese restaurant, wander along the narrow
lanes of the Night Market and test your bargaining skills against street
vendors selling anything from souvenirs to leather goods.
The highlight of the evening is a trishaw ride that takes you through
the alleyways of Chinatown and down to Clarke Quay. There hop onto a
bumboat for a cruise along the Singapore River to see Singapore lit up at
night, showcasing beautifully restored shop houses, modern skyscrapers
of the fi nancial district, colonial buildings and the iconic Merlion statue.
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