Singapore Markets

Any country attracts tourists not only with palm beaches and interesting museums , but also with an exciting shopping experience, and Singapore is no exception. But, by the way, you can buy good quality not only in the branded shops and boutiques of the island, but also in various markets in Singapore: flea, night or other habitual. More about some of them.

The most unusual markets

1. Perhaps, the market number 1 can be called the Festival market Lau Pa Sat (Lau pa Sat) . This is its current name, previously it was called Telok Ayer (Telok Ayer) , and the history of the market begins in the distant 1825. The first market was built of wood, and the main product was fresh fish. After about ten years, the market deteriorated, survived the first reconstruction, and then was completely demolished by order of the authorities. Revived it only in 1894 already in a stone octagonal building, which became a symbolic project of urban architect James McRitchie. Already in the last century, in 1973, the market was decided to recognize the historical object. At about the same time, the popularity of the market has increased dramatically. Today, the market Lau pa Sat does not bypass any gourmet side, as counters with abundance offer all kinds of food and a huge number of different delicacies. Of the unconditional advantages: the market operates in 7/24 mode, which makes it attractive to any buyer. Lau Pa market is located at 18 Raffles Quay. You can get there by public transport , for example, by the metro of the red and green branches to the station Raffles Place or by bus number 10, 107, 970, 100, 186, 196, 97E, 167, 131, 700, 70, 75, 57, 196E, 97, 162, 10E, 130, NR1, NR6. Using one of the tourist maps ( EZ-Link and Singapore Tourist Pass ), you can save a little on the trip.
2. Market Sungei Road Thieves can be attributed to the form of flea markets. For the most part, it consists of counters and sellers who sell second-hand household appliances and things, incl. personal. There are many outdated audio and video equipment, cassettes and spare parts. Old disk telephones, irons, watches, cameras, mechanical children's toys and much more. Here you will find old postcards depicting the old city, books, magazines of the mid-twentieth century. Fans of interesting gifts can buy shaped silver, fiberglass from under the "Fantas" of the year 70, old brass door handles and hammers and many other "treasures". The market runs from 9:00 until sunset. Getting the easiest way by taxi or a rented car .
3. Bugis Night Market is a colorful oriental night bazaar near the Arab quarter at 4 New Bugis St, Singapore. Since in Singapore night markets are the norm, they even have a generalized name: pasar-malans. Trade unfolds daily with sunset, long ribbons of Chinese lanterns are lit, which illuminate the entire market process. Near the market, sellers of fruit drinks, owners of portable kitchens start to accumulate, who, with the smell of fresh supper or snacks, entice the visitor to their smoke of the brazier. In addition to exotic dishes, you can buy a variety of vegetables and fruits, seafood, household items, jewelry and clothing. Here you will easily find, besides local, many imported goods, perhaps even from your country. As in any market, the distribution of goods from the most budget to elite, although branded goods are often met with artisanal fakes. The night life of the market is complemented by the performance of magicians, jugglers, snake charmers and even all sorts of healers.
4. On the street Maxwell Road is located another flea market - the market Clarke Quay (not to be confused with the promenade of Clarke Key ). Besides antiques, you can buy homemade dolls, various accessories, quality clothes and shoes, as well as handmade jewelry.
5. The Tanglin market is a traditional bazaar on the same street, located near the Garden of Orchids - one of the main attractions of the country. It consists of approximately 80 stalls selling mostly used goods from ceramics and gold, shoes, bags and much more. The bazaar works every first and third Saturday of the month.
6. In Singapore there are so-called hoker-centers - food markets, local specific competitors to such famous brands as McDonald's and Burger King. There are about three dozen bazaars around the city, and the most famous of them is Newton . Tents sell freshly cooked food, mostly Chinese, Indian and Vietnamese cuisine. The tourists come here as a cheap snack , and get acquainted with the gastronomic Asia. The Newton market operates from about ten in the morning until six in the evening.
7. Singapore is a city of ethnic regions. The settlement of Indians is a bright colorful corner - Little India , one of the main attractions here is the magnificent Temple of Sri Veeramakaliamman . Here from morning till night there is a brisk trade with real spices and drugs, jewelry, especially bracelets, gold jewelry, national clothes and jeans, watches, belts and perfume.
8. The Chinatown is considered the noisiest place to trade in the whole of Singapore. Here they sell ready-made Chinese food, various souvenirs, antiques, clothes and national costumes, a large selection of medicinal natural powders and ointments.