The early Chinese immigrants to Singapore settled here. It became the cultural and business melting pot for the various dialect groups - Teochew, Cantonese, Hokkien and Hainanese that came from Southern China. Today, Chinatown has moved with the times, however, still retaining its old world charm, culture, food and celebrations. It's a burst of colours offering festivities and gastronomical delights throughout the year.

Sights - Chinatown Heritage Centre, Chinatown Street Market, Kreta Ayer Square, Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, sri Mariamman Temple

Souvenirs - Chinese silk, jade, jewelry, embroidery, clogs, lacquer ware, paintings.

Flavours - 'Bak Kwa' (barbecued meat), Dim Sum, Fried Kuay Teow, Wan Ton Mee, Hainanese Chicken Rice, Mooncake.

Walking Tour - Kampong Glam