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Street Racers Episode 1 - Yishun Sembawang Trail (Debut)
Published 24/2/13 23:13Full EpisodeTooltip Information:
Street Racers Episode 1 - Yishun Sembawang Trail (Debut)Video by:Description: Situated in the north of the City, Yishun and Sembawang are towns with a shared history. They both form the area marked as ‘Seletar’ in 19th century maps. And for the next 100 years, they were both developed as gambier and pepper plantations first before rubber and pineapple planting followed. Did you know that the multi-culturalism of the towns stemmed from the opening of the Singapore Naval Base in 1938? From majestic architecture to ornate religious buildings, get ready to be reacquainted with our nation’s heritage through the landmarks along the Yishun Sembawang Trail.Rating:Views: 96 -
Street Racers Episode 5 – Queenstown Trail
Published 24/2/13 23:43Full EpisodeTooltip Information:
Street Racers Episode 5 – Queenstown TrailVideo by:Description: Previously a large swampy valley surrounded by a rubber plantation and a cemetery, Queenstown has come a long way when it was selected to be the first satellite town. In fact, the first branch library, first neighbourhood shopping centre and first sports complex were all built here. Did you know that Queenstown was named after Queen Elizabeth to mark her coronation in 1952? The area used to be known as "no tail swamp" or "bo bei kang" in Hokkien. Get ready to be reacquainted with our nation’s heritage through the historically-rich and distinctive landmarks along the Queenstown Trail.Rating:Views: 28 -
Street Racers Webisode 9 - Bukit Timah Hill
Published 13/2/13 3:29Full EpisodeTooltip Information:
Street Racers Webisode 9 - Bukit Timah HillVideo by:Description: Bukit Timah Hill was once an active quarrying site in the 1950s.Rating:Views: 657 -
Street Racers Webisode 5 - Queenstown Cinema
Published 16/1/13 3:24Full EpisodeTooltip Information:
Street Racers Webisode 5 - Queenstown CinemaVideo by:Description: The Queenstown Cinema was part of the three cinemas at Duchess Estate of Queenstown, where they had their glories during the seventies and eighties.Rating:Views: 262
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Street Racers Episode 2 - Jalan Besar Trail
Published 24/2/13 23:25Full EpisodeTooltip Information:
Street Racers Episode 2 - Jalan Besar TrailVideo by:Description: Jalan Besar has a rich history and exudes much of the old world charm. It is characterised by numerous clan associations, eating houses, entertainment outlets, engineering workshops, hostels, places of worship and small offices that contribute to its vibrancy. Although the area has witnessed numerous changes, the distinctive streetscape of Jalan Besar remains familiar and memorable to many locals. Did you know that Jalan Besar started as a track through a betel nut and fruit orchard in the 1830s? In the 1880s and 1890s, the road was expanded and soon after, was aptly named as Jalan Besar. Get ready to be reacquainted with our nation’s heritage through the historically-rich and distinctive landmarks along the Jalan Besar Trail.Rating:Views: 51 -
Street Racers Episode 6 – Ang Mo Kio Trail
Published 24/2/13 23:14Full EpisodeTooltip Information:
Street Racers Episode 6 – Ang Mo Kio TrailVideo by:Description: Ang Mo Kio is the quintessential Singaporean heartland and one of the city’s biggest Housing Development Board estate. While it is bustling with 21st century stores and amenities, the district still boasts of mature neighbourhoods, strong community ties and small businesses which have been in operation since the town’s inception. Get ready to be reacquainted with our nation’s heritage through the landmarks along the Ang Mo Kio Trail.Rating:Views: 40 -
Street Racers Webisode 8 - Tekka Market
Published 6/2/13 8:49Full EpisodeTooltip Information:
Street Racers Webisode 8 - Tekka MarketVideo by:Description: Bamboo clumps or Tekka in Hokkien once grew abundantly on the banks of Rochor Canal. So when a market was built here in 1915, people named the market after this plant.Rating:Views: 512 -
Street Racers Webisode 4 - The Fullerton Singapore
Published 9/1/13 3:23Full EpisodeTooltip Information:
Street Racers Webisode 4 - The Fullerton SingaporeVideo by:Description: The Fullerton Singapore stands majestically at the end of the river on the former site of Fort Fullerton – a garrison constructed to defend the settlement against attacks from the sea.Rating:Views: 310
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Street Racers Episode 3 - Fort Canning Trail
Published 24/2/13 23:10Full EpisodeTooltip Information:
Street Racers Episode 3 - Fort Canning TrailVideo by:Description: In the heart of the city lies the most historical part of Singapore. The Fort Canning Park is believed to be where the royal palace of the ancient Malay rulers once stood. It was also on this impressive hill that Sir Stamford Raffles chose to build his bungalow and the first botanical gardens in 1822. Did you know that since its conversion into a fort, the site has served as a military base for the British, the Japanese and the Singapore Armed Forces? Today, Fort Canning has become one of the city’s top spots for pop concerts, art performances and weddings. Get ready to be reacquainted with our nation’s heritage through the landmarks along the Fort Canning Trail.Rating:Views: 36 -
Street Racers Episode 8 – Little India Trail
Published 24/2/13 21:32Full EpisodeTooltip Information:
Street Racers Episode 8 – Little India TrailVideo by:Description: The flavour of Little India is characterised by its unique blend of old world charm and modernisation. Today, it is one of Singapore’s key cultural precincts, and holds evidence of the various trades and industries of the Indians who settled here. Did you know that many Chinese parents used to go to shops in Little India to grind rice to make congee for their infants? These shops have machinery primarily meant to grind spices into powder for Indian cuisine. Get ready to be reacquainted with our nation’s heritage through the distinctive landmarks along the Little India Trail.Rating:Views: 39 -
Street Racers Webisode 7 - Maha Sasana Ramsi Burmese Buddhist Temple
Published 30/1/13 3:40Full EpisodeTooltip Information:
Street Racers Webisode 7 - Maha Sasana Ramsi Burmese Buddhist TempleVideo by:Description: Balestier has a rich history that includes ties to Myanmar.Rating:Views: 359 -
Street Racers Webisode 3 - Fort Canning Park
Published 2/1/13 3:40Full EpisodeTooltip Information:
Street Racers Webisode 3 - Fort Canning ParkVideo by:Description: The Fort Canning Park is believed to be where the royal palace of the ancient Malay rulers once stood.Rating:Views: 462
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Street Racers Episode 4 – Singapore River Trail
Published 24/2/13 23:24Full EpisodeTooltip Information:
Street Racers Episode 4 – Singapore River TrailVideo by:Description: Spanning 6 kilometres, the Singapore River has long been synonymous with the impressive development of our young nation. The 3 quays that it flows through have been designated for conservation. And while they are popularly known for their dining and entertainment options, did you know that the riverbanks contained artifacts tracing back to the 14th century? For hundreds of years, these shallow waters have ushered in princes, merchants, explorers and migrants from lands as far as Europe and Arabia. Get ready to be reacquainted with our nation’s heritage through the landmarks along the Singapore River Trail.Rating:Views: 48 -
Street Racers Episode 9 – Bukit Timah Trail
Published 24/2/13 23:28Full EpisodeTooltip Information:
Street Racers Episode 9 – Bukit Timah TrailVideo by:Description: Besides being home to Singapore’s highest hill, Bukit Timah also boasts of the island’s rich natural and historical heritage. From abandoned railway tracks to some of the locals’ favourite food haunts, one will find authentic Singapore culture strewn across the district. Did you know that a popular amusement park used to stand along Beauty World Centre? Get ready to be reacquainted with our nation’s heritage through the landmarks along the Bukit Timah Trail.Rating:Views: 91 -
Street Racers Webisode 6 - Lower Peirce Reservoir
Published 23/1/13 3:17Full EpisodeTooltip Information:
Street Racers Webisode 6 - Lower Peirce ReservoirVideo by:Description: The reservoir was named Peirce Reservoir as a tribute to the engineer behind the project.Rating:Views: 286 -
Street Racers Webisode 2 - Kallang River
Published 26/12/12 3:25Full EpisodeTooltip Information:
Street Racers Webisode 2 - Kallang RiverVideo by:Description: The Orang Biduanda Kallang lived on boats in the swamps of the Kallang River.Rating:Views: 541
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