Places Tours & Trails

Of Tracks and Trains

by Urban Redevelopment Authority
6, 13 May • 09:00am • Tanjong Pagar and Bukit Pasoh
6, 13 May • 09:30am • Tanjong Pagar and Bukit Pasoh

Discover how the ‘Cape of Stakes’ or Tanjong Pagar area grew to become a key transport hub and uncover some of the architectural landmarks of the area.

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Of Tracks and Trains
Sat, 6 May 2023 | 9:00am - 10:00am
Sat, 6 May 2023 | 9:30am - 10:30am
Sat, 13 May 2023 | 9:00am - 10:00am
Sat, 13 May 2023 | 9:30am - 10:30am 

Venue: Tanjong Pagar and Bukit Pasoh
Fee: Free with registration
Registration: https://go.gov.sg/uraoutreach-eventbrite   

What is a ‘jinrikisha’? Which park connector used to be train tracks? Why was Tanjong Pagar called the ‘Cape of Stakes’? Find out more on this specially curated one-hour walking tour around Tanjong Pagar and Bukit Pasoh, and discover the area’s history as a major transportation node. Participants will come across many conserved buildings along the journey and appreciate how these architectural gems contribute to our city’s distinctive character even as they have been adapted to meet modern needs. 

Led by the docents from the Friends of the Museums (FOM), this is an abridged version of the weekly Chinatown Heritage Walks by the Urban Redevelopment Authority and FOM. 

About FOM
Friends of the Museums (FOM) is a volunteer, non-profit society devoted to offering guiding services and financial support to Singapore’s museums and cultural institutions as well as delivering programmes to enhance the community’s knowledge of Asia’s history, culture and art.
Urban Redevelopment Authority
The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) is Singapore’s land use planning and conservation agency. We strive to create an endearing home and a vibrant and sustainable city through long-term planning and innovation, in partnership with the community. As the main government land sales agent, we manage the sale and development of State land to support planning, economic and social objectives. In shaping a distinctive city, URA also promotes architecture and urban design excellence. Visit www.ura.gov.sg for more information.