Get a chance to learn all about the history of Singapore's Indian community with a visit to the Indian Heritage Centre. Know as the first museum in Southeast Asia to focus on the diverse heritage of the local Indian community, the building stuns with its iconic design that combines elements of traditional Indian architecture with modern ones, allowing for a structure that's not only unique but sustainable as well. Check out the variety of exhibitions inside, such as "Indians in Singapore: Past & Present," which depict the experiences of the Indian community from 1st century CE to the present through artifacts and interactive displays, as well as "Symbols & Scripts: The Language of Craft," which traces the rich material heritage across various Indian communities. Free guided tours in English, Tamil, and Mandarin are also available during select days.
Public transportation options are available nearby. Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How To Get There
By bus: Bus service no. 23, 48, 56, 57, 64, 65, 66, 67, 131, 139, 147, 166, 170, 640, 857, 960, 980
By metro: Rochor MRT Station or Little India MRT Station