I’m sure many of you readers also share this love for the neighbourhood or have heard this phrase from friends who firmly believe that ‘east side, best side’. For those who cannot comprehend the mass infatuation, it’s tough to put into words why this place is so well-loved. In this read, I attempt to illustrate the unique essence of the...
Whenever I bring friends from abroad to visit the Joo Chiat neighbourhood, there are always the same few things on the itinerary – eating good food, appreciating the Peranakan heritage, mural hunting along obscure alleyways and doing a cheeky bit of shopping.
In fact, before the infamous land reclamation that eventually catalysed the East Coast, this neighbourhood used to be a coastline. Turtles would typically lay their eggs on its shore and houses that used to dot along the coastline were often raised to counter against the tides. Either way, the entire walk is pleasant as you’d get to enjoy the shade from the trees, beautiful architecture from the colourful shophouses and eclectic boutiques that are unique to Joo Chiat.
It’s also interesting to see how newer stores contrast against more vintage storefronts. While some might find the diversity to be confusing, I think it’s a cool juxtaposition between our past and our present.Now, it serves as a safe haven for those who need shelter and air-conditioning from Singapore’s fickle weather.
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