{"id":271305,"date":"2021-12-13T11:10:55","date_gmt":"2021-12-13T05:40:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/traveltriangle.com\/blog\/museums-in-city-hall\/"},"modified":"2021-12-13T20:02:26","modified_gmt":"2021-12-13T14:32:26","slug":"museums-in-city-hall-bdp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/traveltriangle.com\/blog\/museums-in-city-hall-bdp\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Museums In City Hall Singapore That Should Be On Every History Buff’s List"},"content":{"rendered":"

City Hall in Singapore is an underground MRT station located in the downtown core on the East-West Line and North-South Line. You will find a number of museums near City Hall Singapore as it is strategically located near popular attractions. <\/em><\/p>\n

The MRT station gets its name from the City Hall building, a national monument in the downtown district core of Singapore. The building was gazetted in 1992 and before that, it was known as the Municipal Building. it was originally constructed by the architects of the municipal government in 1922. It is located right in front of Padang district and lies adjacent to the Supreme Court of Singapore. Many important events took place inside the building. It was in City Hall that the first Prime Minister, Lee Kuan Yew, proclaimed self-governance in Singapore in 1959. The merger with Malaysia was also announced here in 1963. It has now been merged with Supreme Court of Singapore and houses the great art collection of Singapore history. The monument is also surrounded by other major historical monuments.<\/p>\n

The main reason why you should visit this area is that it is one of the major happening areas of Singapore. It is in downtown district core that you will find the best places for shopping. There are plenty of shopping malls in this region making it a mecca for shopping lovers. There is Raffles SHopping Mall which caters to upmarket office going population of Singapore. You can shop for branded clothes and things from this mall. There\u2019s Swatch, Dockers, and Esprit and you will also find multiple options for dining too. CityLink Mall is an underground passageway which connects you with Suntec Mall and Marina Square. Divided into four zones, Suntec Mall is one of the largest malls in Singapore. It is here where you the largest fountain in the world known as the Fountain of Wealth. So, not only is it a great place for shopping but also a famous tourist attraction in itself. Chijmes, which used to be a Catholic convent earlier, has now been converted into an avenue of shopping and dining. It is one of the most happening centers in Downtown Singapore where you will find the best of art and crafts products and alfresco dining experience. Marina Sands Bay and Gardens by the Bay are also located near City Hall, making another great reason for you to visit.<\/p>\n

Museums In City Hall Singapore<\/h2>\n

Here are some of the best museums in City Hall Singapore which should be on your list if you are planning a vacation here.<\/p>\n

1. Asian Civilizations Museum<\/h3>\n
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Experience and see all about the Asian heritage at large and especially everything which Singaporean heritage has to offer. The museum offers a stunning blend of unique customs of various countries like India, China, and other South East Asian places. The architecture of this place is in a neoclassical style which was seen during the colonial period in Singapore. The museum aims to show the various art forms in existence along with the language and other creative ideas which are stable of various religions. Guided tours are available for an hour each. If you get hungry or feel tired over traversing this huge place there is an in-house eatery which serves perfect Singaporean cuisine and you can enjoy your breakfast and lunch in here.<\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong> The Historic Empress Place Building.
\nHours Open:<\/strong> 10:00 to 19:00 from Saturday to Thursday; Fridays- 10 am to 9 pm
\nAdmission:<\/strong> Depends upon the tour taken.<\/p>\n

Read More:<\/strong> 54 Remarkable Places To Visit In Singapore In 2022 Where A Wandering Heart Finds Peace<\/a><\/p>\n

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