Singapore's Chinatown is the traditional Chinese quarter of this island nation. More than 20 years ago, I remember Chinatown being a dead area (not worth visiting) but things have changed and now a lively destination especially at night. As lively as it is, Chinatown seems very commercial (catering to foreign tourists) compared to other Chinatowns I've visited in other countries.
Chinatown here is unique since Singapore's Chinese community are mostly Hokkien but the community in Chinatown are Cantonese - correct me if I am wrong. To get here, take the MRT (commuter) train and there is the Chinatown Station right in the heart of the quarter. Best to visit the quarter in the evening when its cooler and the street market comes to life and food stalls along the street open up for business.
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| Chinatown MRT Station |
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| Chinatown |
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| Street market |
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| Eating out in Chinatown |
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