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Journeys Pte Ltd Presents: A Multi-Cultural Journey of Singapore Sunday, 24 November 2013 – 7th FINT Workshop Delegates If you love learning about history, heritage and cultures, then explore Singapore and her multi-cultural background. Join the expert guides from the award- winning tour company, Journeys, as they give you the insiders’ scoop on Singaporean society and culture at significant historical sites across the city! Tour Highlights Kampung Glam Your multi-cultural exploration starts with Kampong Glam, one of the oldest ethnic quarters in the city centre. The traditional seat of Malay Royalty, Kampong Glam is a fascinating heritage district for locals and visitors alike. Gain valuable insights into the Islamic faith at the historic Sultan Mosque; pick up a tip or two on sarong- tying and catch various old trades in action, before they die out in a rapidly urbanizing city. Note: Please be attired appropriately for the visit to the Mosque. Ladies should wear sleeved tops and long skirts/pants; men should wear pants/shorts that cover the knees. Little India Be bombarded by the colourful sights, exciting sounds and fragrant smells of our bustling Indian enclave! Through fun-filled and interactive activities such as henna art and sweets sampling, you will come to appreciate the richness of Indian culture. Then, enjoy an insightful introduction to Hindu practices, society and temple architecture inside the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple to gain a deeper appreciation of Hindu Philosophy and its way of life. Marina Bay Drive Through (en-route to Chinatown) Drive through Singapore’s new Downtown for an excellent introduction to the fascinating story of modern Singapore and its transformation. Go up to 50th Story Skybridge of Pinnacle @ Duxton 1 Chinatown Heritage Marina Bay Sri Veeramakaliamman Sultan Mosque Starting at: 9.00 am Pick up from: Singapore Management University Ending at: 1.30/1.45 pm End point: Maxwell Market/Singapore Management University

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Journeys Pte Ltd Presents:

A Multi-Cultural Journey of Singapore Sunday, 24 November 2013 – 7th FINT Workshop Delegates

If you love learning about history, heritage and cultures, then explore Singapore and her multi-cultural background. Join the expert guides from the award- winning tour company, Journeys, as they give you the insiders’ scoop on Singaporean society and culture at significant historical sites across the city!

Tour Highlights

Kampung GlamYour multi-cultural exploration starts with Kampong Glam, one of the oldest ethnic quarters in the city centre. The traditional seat of Malay Royalty, Kampong Glam is a fascinating heritage district for locals and visitors alike. Gain valuable insights into the Islamic faith at the historic Sultan Mosque; pick up a tip or two on sarong-tying and catch various old trades in action, before they die out in a rapidly urbanizing city.Note: Please be attired appropriately for the visit to the Mosque. Ladies should wear sleeved tops and long skirts/pants; men should wear pants/shorts that cover the knees.Little IndiaBe bombarded by the colourful sights, exciting sounds and fragrant smells of our bustling Indian enclave! Through fun-filled and interactive activities such as henna art and sweets sampling, you will come to appreciate the richness of Indian culture. Then, enjoy an insightful introduction to Hindu practices, society and temple architecture inside the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple to gain a deeper appreciation of Hindu Philosophy and its way of life.Marina Bay Drive Through (en-route to Chinatown)Drive through Singapore’s new Downtown for an excellent introduction to the fascinating story of modern Singapore and its transformation.Go up to 50th Story Skybridge of Pinnacle @ DuxtonVisit the first 50-storey iconic housing project reflecting Singapore’s highly successful public housing strategies. Get a bird’s eye-view of the surrounding city.Chinatown Heritage CentreStep into the past at the Chinatown Heritage Centre which provides a vivid re-creation of life and living conditions during the early 1900s in this historic district. Comparing current urban living with the ‘cubicle-homes’ of the recent past, visitors will come to appreciate the dramatic transformation that Singapore underwent from a third world to first world state.

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Chinatown Heritage Centre Marina BaySri Veeramakaliamman Temple

Sultan Mosque

Starting at: 9.00 am

Pick up from: Singapore

Management University

Ending at: 1.30/1.45 pm

End point: Maxwell Market/Singapore

ManagementUniversity

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