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Arabs were among the first to arrive in Singapore to trade, bringing with them the Islamic religion and converting many indigenous Malay to their belief. Today the old section of the city around Arab Street provides an intriguing glimpse into the Muslim way of life. The Sultan Mosque dominates the area, a fantastic building with its impressive gold dome and vast prayer hall. Arab Street itself is a riot of colourful textiles from all over Asia at very low prices. Also on sale, overflowing from the shophouses onto the pavement, are saris and batik, basketry, leather goods, cane and rattan, jewellery and hand-beaten brass, perfumes and a host of other treasures. Allow two hours.

Getting there: Take the MRT to Bugis (El) and walk.

Or, if you pay by direct remittance, there will not only be no shipping and handling charge, but you can also avail of a discount of 20 percent.

http://www.asiatour.com/singapore/e-03attr/es-att15_a.htm
Jan Garanoz
Juhu Tara Road, Juhu,
Mumbai - 400049 India
Last updated: March 12, 2010