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Table of Contents1st Asian Youth Games Singapore 2009Partners and Sponsors I & III

Message from Oon Jin Teik, CEO, Singapore Sports Council 1Co-Chair of the Singapore Asian Youth Games Organising Committee

Message from Sum Chee Wah, Director, Education programmes, Ministry of education 2Co-Chair of the Singapore Asian Youth Games Organising Committee

The 1st Asian Youth Games Singapore 2009 - An Overview 3

Olympic council of asia member national olympic committees 6

Sports Events Information 7

Competition Venues and Contact Information of Media Relations Officers 13

Competition Schedule 23

Main Press Centre and Venue Press Centres 25

Official Media Hotel Listings 27

Official Media Shuttle Service 28

Singapore in Brief 31

Key Attractions 37

Eating Out - Restaurants, Cafes & Hawker Stalls 39

Dining Out - By District 47

Staying Out - Nightlife 55

Shopping 67

Map of Singapore 75

Key Telephone Numbers 79

Asian Consulates, Embassies & High Commissions 81

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1st Asian Youth Games Singapore 2009 Partners and Sponsors

Partners:

Official Cars

Preferred Card Official VIP Hotel Official Games Village

Official Isotonic Drink Official Water Official Apparel Official Venue Set-up

Official IT Infrastructure Official Transport

Official Sponsors:

Official Logistics Provider Official ITO Hotel

Official Ticketing Agent Official Publication

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Supporters

• 77th Street (S) Pte Ltd• BreadTalk Pte Ltd• Select Group Limited• Tiong Hwa Steel Structures Pte Ltd• TTG Asia Media Pte Ltd• Tuck Lee Ice Pte Ltd

Torch Relay Cash Sponsors

Platinum Sponsor• NTUC Fairprice

Alphico Marketing Pte LtdAsia Pacific Breweries (Singapore) Pte LtdAuric Pacific Marketing Pte LtdBan Choon Marketing Pte LtdBrilliant Marketing Pte LtdCentury Global Pte LtdClouet Trading Private LimitedColgate-Palmolive (Eastern) Pte LtdDiethelm Singapore Pte LtdF&N Coca-Cola (Singapore) Pte LtdF&N Foods Pte LtdFonterra Brands (Singapore) Pte LtdGardenia Foods (S) Pte LtdGoh Joo Hin Pte LtdHa Li Fa Pte LtdHarpers Trading (S) Pte LtdKAO (Singapore) Pte LtdKimberly-Clark Singapore Pte LtdKWH Marketing Pte Ltd Lee Say PoultryLion Corporation (S) Pte LtdMalaysia Dairy Industries Pte LtdMeiJi Seika (Singapore) Pte LtdNestle Singapore (Pte) LtdNetwork Foods Distribution Pte LtdProcter & Gamble (Singapore) Pte LtdReckitt Benckiser (Singapore) Pte LtdTipex Trading Pte LtdUnilever Singapore Pte LtdUniversal Integrated Corporation Consumer Products Pte Ltd Unza Company Pte LtdYakult (Singapore) Pte Ltd

Venue Partners

• Anglican High School• CapitaLand Retail Limited• Orchid Bowl• Orchid Country Club• SAFRA Yishun• Sentosa Leisure Group• Singapore Indoor Stadium• Singapore Sports School

Gold Sponsors• Fish & Co Restaurants Pte Ltd• Mr Peter Lim• Super Bean International Pte Ltd• Tung Lok Restaurants (2000) Pte Ltd

Silver Sponsors• Citibank Singapore Limited• Frasers Centrepoint Limited• F&N Limited• Goodrich Global Pte Ltd• Ngee Ann Development Pte Ltd• Park Hotel Pte Ltd• Swee Cheng Management Pte Ltd• Wing Tai Retail Pte Ltd

Bronze Sponsors• Concord Associates• Marina Centre Holdings Pte Ltd• Suntec City Developments Pte Ltd

Supporters• Everfirst Pte Ltd• FarEastFlora.com Pte Ltd• Krislite Pte Ltd

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Message from Oon Jin TeikCo-Chair of the Singapore Asian Youth Games Organising Committee

It has given me great pleasure in the past year to see the Asian Youth Games (AYG) Singapore 2009 come to life. Not only do the Games provide an opportunity for Singapore to share its love of our sports with our neighbours

in Asia, it gives us all a chance to celebrate the young athletes in our region. We could not be more proud and grateful for all the effort that everyone has put in to make the Games happen in less than a year of planning.

As someone who grew up in sports, I believe passionately that sports—and youth sports, in particular—can have a profoundly positive impact on the way we see ourselves and the world in which we live. On the sports field, we can find our common ground. We can work towards a common goal—which is to win with skill and strategy and always with a commitment to fair play. It is the Olympic way, and it is our way.

The values espoused by Olympism underscore the cultural and education programmes that have been put together by the Ministry of Education. We hope the programmes will plant the seeds of friendships that will go beyond borders, beliefs and race.

As AYG Singapore 2009 gets underway, I want to thank the media for their impassioned stories about the Games. Young athletes need to know that their endeavours matter. Whether they win or lose, they need recognition for their efforts.

Thus, it is you—the media—who help people understand how much the AYG mean to this generation of athletes. I thank everyone from the local and foreign press for their support of AYG Singapore 2009. Please contact our Media Relations Officers at the Main Press Centre and Venue Press Centres if you need assistance during the Games.

To the athletes and officials at the Games, I extend my warmest wishes on behalf of the Singapore Sports Council. My advice is play well and play hard. Win with grace or lose with valour. In the end, what people will remember most is how you played.

I would like to thank the Olympic Council of Asia and the National Olympic Committees for their tireless efforts in helping us realise the AYG dream. It is Singapore’s privilege and great honour to be able to host the inaugural AYG.

Oon Jin TeikChief Executive Officer Singapore Sports Council


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Message from Sum Chee WahCo-Chair of the Singapore Asian Youth Games Organising Committee

On behalf of the Ministry of Education, I would like to extend a warm welcome to all the friends from the media attending the inaugural Asian Youth Games.

We are honoured to be co-organising the Asian Youth Games with the Singapore Sports Council. As co-organisers, the Ministry of Education (MOE) is responsible for the Games Village and the cultural and educational programmes at the Games Village. MOE will also oversee the Opening, Closing and Victory Ceremonies, in addition to providing liaison services for the athletes.

The Asian Youth Games will provide excellent opportunities for the young athletes to challenge themselves to reach greater heights. In their pursuit of sporting excellence, we hope that the athletes will serve as an inspiration to one another, and to other youth around the region.

The Asian Youth Games will be a perfect opportunity for young athletes to experience, embrace and embody the Olympic values. It will certainly be an experience that will prepare them well for the Youth Olympic Games to be hosted by Singapore in 2010.

Singapore’s youth also will be co-creators for a memorable experience at the Asian Youth Games. We are proud that they will play host and ambassadors, sharing Singapore’s culture with our international friends.

A celebration of the diverse talents, creativity and exuberance of our youth, the Asian Youth Games will leave a lasting legacy for the youth of Singapore and Asia.

Sum Chee WahDirector, Education ProgrammesMinistry of Education

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The 1st Asian Youth Games Singapore 2009An Overview

The Asian Youth Games (AYG) is an international multi-sports event, which will be held every four years to complement the existing Asian Games. The idea was first raised as part of Singapore’s Youth Olympic Games bid in 2007. On 3 April 2008, the Olympic Council of Asia’s (OCA) Executive Board unanimously agreed to award the hosting of the first AYG to Singapore. This decision was backed by all 45 members of the OCA on 6 April 2008.

The inaugural AYG, which is being co-organised by the Singapore Sports Council and the Ministry of Education, will gather young athletes from around Asia in a celebration of youth, sports and learning. With the underlying theme, “Asia’s Youth, Our Future”, the Games will enrich the lives of these athletes with poignant experiences and memories.

The athletes will engage in friendly competition and imbibe the Olympic sporting values of excellence, friendship and respect. The AYG Singapore 2009 will see athletes aged between 14 and 17 years old competing in 90 events across nine sports from 29 June to 7 July 2009.

The LogoDepicted as a vibrant star symbol, the logo is a combination of two overlapping and complementary starbursts. The two stars merging into one symbolises the strong ties that have formed amongst the Asian countries for this international sporting event. The star also symbolises the excellence each participating sportsman and sportswoman brings to the Games. The dynamic colour palette highlights the diversity of the Asian nations that are coming together in celebration of youth, sports and friendship.

The TaglineThe slogan, “Asia’s Youth, Our Future,” represents the spirit and values that underpin the AYG. It recognises the immense potential of our young athletes to shine, and defines the Games’ role in realising their talents by providing a higher level of competition for all.

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With every challenge that our young athletes overcome at the Games, they are one step closer to bringing pride and glory to all of Asia, one step closer to becoming real forces to lead in the future!

The Mascot He is a friendly, open-armed confirmation that AYG is bringing people together in the spirit of peace and mutual respect. In early 2009, Singapore invited the public to submit preferred names for the Official AYG Mascot—a gold-coloured lion. A total of 1,470 entries were received during an eight-day period. The winning entry was submitted by 55 year-old Michael Lye Quen Fong. Working with the words “Friends of Asia”, Mr Lye came up with the name FRASIA pronounced Fra-sher. The name was chosen by a panel of judges from the Singapore Asian Youth Games Organising Committee and the Straits Times, who agreed that this name best encompassed the Olympic values of excellence, friendship and respect.

The MedalsThe medals capture the defining themes and symbols of the AYG. Featuring the AYG logo on the front, the back of the medal reveals the AYG Mascot, FRASIA, and Singapore’s National Flower, the Vanda Miss Joaquim orchid. The front of the medal is engraved with the words “Excellence, Friendship and Respect”, the key values of the Olympic movement. Encircling the back of the medal are pictograms of the sports featured at the inaugural Games.

The Official Song The song is titled “Asia’s Youth, Our Future” and sings of the united hopes and dreams we all have for our young athletes at the AYG. The original music for the song was composed by famed songwriter Iskandar Ismail. The lyrics were co-written by Hoo Cher Liek from the Ministry of Education and Jose Raymond from the Singapore Sports Council.

Excellence Friendship Respect

The OrchidThe commemorative AYG orchid, Dendrobium Asian Youth Games Singapore 09 (pictured right) is a vigorous and robust hybrid. It produces upright inflorescences that are about 30 cm tall. Each inflorescence bears 10 to 17 flowers, arranged like trophies along the stalk. The golden-hued flowers, with a touch of lime-green, are about four centimetres across. On each flower, the three sepals, which curl backward, are decorated with fine brown stripes. The two upper petals are long and slightly twisted. They are held upright like arms in victory. The central lip is prominent, with strong side lobes and three straight white ridges in the middle.

The Torch Relay and Opening CeremonyWith the theme “Igniting Sporting Passion in Asia’s Youth”, the AYG Torch Relay will be held over two days – the Community Leg on 28 June 2009 and the School Leg on 29 June 2009. Inspiration for the routes of the Torch Relay was derived from the AYG Orchid. Similar to the three petals of the orchid, the AYG Torch Relay will feature three routes that will cover the entire island via the five districts – Central Singapore, North East, North West, South East and South West. All three routes will run concurrently. Each route will represent one of the three Olympic values of Excellence (North East and South East Districts Route), Friendship (North West & South West Districts Route) and Respect (Central District Route). More than 180 torch-bearers and over 70,000 participants from all walks of life are expected to be part of this event. After two days of travelling across the island, the three torches will return to the Singapore Indoor Stadium, where the Opening Ceremony will be held on 29 June 2009.

The AYG Opening Ceremony, with the theme, “Asia’s Youth, Our Future”, promises to be a feast for the senses with its music and colours. More than 1,400 youths will be involved in this exciting display of teamwork and vigour.

Please visit www.ayg2009.sg for more information.

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Olympic council of asiamember national olympic committees

Afghanistan India Kyrgyzstan Oman Chinese Taipei

Bahrain Indonesia Laos P.D.R Pakistan Tajikistan

Bangladesh Iran, Lebanon Palestine Thailand Islamic Republic Of

Bhutan Iraq Macau, China Philippines Timor Leste

Brunei Japan Malaysia Qatar TurkmenistanDarusssalam

Cambodia Jordan Maldives Saudi Arabia United Arab Emirates

People’s Republic Kazakhstan Mongolia Singapore Uzbekistanof China

D.P.R. of Korea Republic of Korea Myanmmar Sri Lanka Vietnam

Hong Kong, China Kuwait Nepal Syria Arab Republic Yemen

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Sports Events Information

AQUATICS - DIVING AND SWIMMING

Diving Diving has been an Olympic sport since 1904. The sport was first made popular by people from Sweden and Germany. Gymnasts used to practice their acrobatics over the water. In modern competition, competitors perform a series of dives and are awarded points up to 10, depending upon their

elegance and skill. The points are then adjusted for the degree of difficulty, based on the number and types of manoeuvres attempted, such as somersaults, pikes, tucks and twists. A reverse 1.5 somersault with 3.5 twists, for example, is among the most difficult.

SwimmingSwimming is an ancient discipline, but it was not widely practised as a sport until the early 19th century. Great Britain began holding competitions after 1837, and most people used the breaststroke. In the 1870s, a British swimming instructor went to South America, where he saw natives using an

alternate overhand stroke. He brought it back to England where it became the foundation for the freestyle stroke used by countless swimmers today. Swimming has been on the Olympic roster from the beginning of the modern Games.

Competition VenuesThe Swimming competition will be held at the Singapore Sports School; the Diving competition will be held at the Toa Payoh Swimming Complex.

Competition Events

Diving EventsBoys Girls3m Springboard 3m SpringboardPlatform (5m or 10m) Platform (5m or 10m)

Swimming EventsIndividual (Boys & Girls)Free 50m 100m, 200m & 400mBreast, Back & Fly 50m 100m & 200m Individual Medley 200m

Relays (Boys & Girls)4 x 100 Free4 x 100 Medley

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Athletics

About the SportIn many ways, Athletics, more than any other sport, personifies the Olympic motto of ‘citius, altius, fortius’. Athletics is all about running faster, jumping

higher and throwing farther. The very first Olympic sport in ancient Greece was a sprint of about 192 metres. Athletics also has figured in every session of the modern Olympic Games as well, beginning from 1896.

Competition VenueThe Athletics competition will take place at the Bishan Stadium. The training venues are located in the CCAB Stadium and ITE College East.

Competition EventsThe Athletics competition will consist of the following events:

Boys 100m, 400m, 800m, 400m hurdles, 1500m, 4 x 200m, 110m hurdles, High Jump, Triple Jump, Long Jump, Shot Put, Discus, Javelin, Pole Vault

Girls 100m, 400m, 800m, 400m hurdles, 1500m, 4 x 200m, 100m hurdles, High Jump, Triple Jump, Long Jump, Shot Put, Discus, Javelin, Pole Vault

Beach Volleyball

About the SportPopular culture helped push beach volleyball onto the list of Olympic sports. Beach Volleyball made its first appearance at the Atlanta Games in 1996.

Because of the many difficulties of playing outdoors (sand, sun and wind) beach volleyball players must have outstanding ball skills and ‘court’ speed. Partners must be well-matched or opponents will win easy points by exploiting the weaker player.

Competition VenueThe Beach Volleyball competition will take place at the Sentosa Siloso Beach. The training venue is located at the competition site.

Competition EventsThe Beach Volleyball competition will comprise the following events:• One two-person Boys team• One two-person Girls team

Bowling

About the SportBowling appears to have existed since the time of the pharaohs in Egypt. Finland, Germany and Yemen also have long histories with the sport. Like many sports,

though, bowling has evolved over the years. Once an outdoor sport and played with nine pins, the game is now played primarily with 10 pins and solely indoor. More than 95 million people in 90 countries play the sport recreationally and competitively. Although not an Olympic sport, bowling is on the roster at the Asian Games, the Southeast Asian Games and the Pan American Games. It was an exhibition sport at the 1988 Olympics in Seoul, and keglers everywhere remain hopeful that bowling will be added to the calendar of future Olympic Games.

Competition VenueThe Bowling competition will take place at the Orchid Country Club. Training will be conducted at the competition site.

Competition EventsThe Bowling competition will consist of the following events for boys and girls:• Singles• Doubles• Team of 4• Masters

FIBA 33 (Basketball)

About the SportA Canadian physical education teacher working in the United States invented the game of basketball in December 1891: He wanted a game that could be

played indoors so his students would stay in shape during the winter. He wrote 13 rules for the game, most of which are still used in modern basketball. Today basketball, with its many variations, is one of the most popular games in the world.

Competition VenueThe FIBA 33 (Basketball) competition will take place at the Anglican High School.

Competition EventsThe FIBA 33 (Basketball) competition will comprise the following events:• One three-person Boys team• One three-person Girls team

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Football

About the SportFootball was first held at the Olympics as an exhibition sport at the 1900 and 1904 Games. It was the first team sport to be included at the Games,

beginning from 1908. Women’s football was introduced to the Olympics at the 1996 Games in Atlanta.

Competition VenueThe Football preliminaries will be held across four venue – Jurong Junior College, Meridian Junior College, Temasek Polytechnic and Victoria Junior College. The Football competition finals will take place at the Jalan Besar Stadium.

Competition EventThe AYG will be hosting a Boys Team Tournament only.

Sailing

About the SportSailing has been on the Olympic calendar non-stop since 1908. However, the programme has varied with the changes in popularity of specific boats.

In the early Olympic Games, sailing was dominated by bigger boats. From the 1950s, the trend has been towards smaller boats. There likely will be further developments in the sport as boat-makers continue to experiment with designs and materials. Women have always competed with men in Olympic sailing, but since 1988, separate events have been introduced for women. At the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney, the name of the sport was officially changed from “yachting” to Sailing.

Competition VenueThe Sailing competition will take place at the National Sailing Centre. The training venue is located at the competition venue.

Competition EventsThe Sailing competition will consist of the following events for both boys and girls:• Byte CII• Bic Techno (Sail size: 7.8 m2)

Medals will be awarded to the top-three finishers in each event, and a Nation’s Trophy will be awarded as well to the top-three country placements.

Shooting

About the SportShooting developed as a hunting sport in the 15th century, but the modern rules and structure of competitions were developed in Europe and North

America in the 19th century. The fundamental requirements have not changed over the years: Shooters require intense concentration, good eyesight and a steady hand. In the air rifle and air pistol events, they must fire in rapid succession at a target so far away that it looks no bigger than a dot.

Competition VenueThe Shooting competition will take place at SAFRA Yishun. Training will be conducted at the competition site.

Competition EventsThe Shooting competition will consist of the following events:

• 10m Air Rifle —2 Junior Men (60 shot) & 2 Junior Women (40 shot)• 10m Air Pistol —2 Junior Men (60 shot) & 2 Junior Women (40 shot)

Table Tennis About the SportTable Tennis made its debut at the Olympic Games in Seoul in 1988. The sport looks deceptively easy, but it is played at a break-neck pace with high-tech,

wooden and carbon-fibre paddles and hollow celluloid balls. Table tennis has a strict code of conduct that penalises poor sportsmanship, but the game remains fiercely competitive. The names of some of the moves reveal the aggressive side of table tennis: the chop, the hit and the kill.

Competition VenueThe Table Tennis competition will take place at the Toa Payoh Sports Hall. Training will take place next door to the Sports Hall, at the Singapore Table Tennis Association Centre.

Competition EventsThe Table Tennis competition will consist of the four following events:

• Mixed Team• Boys Singles• Girls Singles• Mixed Doubles

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Competition Venues and Contact Information of Media Relations Officers

Aquatics - Diving

Sport Aquatics - Diving

Venue Name Toa Payoh Swimming Complex

Address 301 Toa Payoh, Lorong 6, Singapore 319390

Venue Nature Existing Facility

Capacity 300 seats

Distance & Time fromGames Village

7 km, 15 min by taxi or private car

Distance & Time from ITO Hotel 10 km, 20 min by taxi or private car

Events Held • Asian Synchronized Championships 2008• Southeast Asian (SEA) Games 1993• Southeast Asian (SEA) Games 1983• Southeast Asian Peninsular (SEAP) Games 1973

Media Relations Officer Sheila ThomasHP: +65 9670 0849

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Aquatics - swimming

Sport Aquatics - Swimming

Venue Name Singapore Sports School

Address 1 Champions Way, Singapore 737913

Venue Nature Existing

Capacity 1,500 seats




Events Held • 2008 FINA/ARENA Swimming World Cup• National Schools Swimming Championships 2008• Standard Chartered Asia-Pacific Masters

Swimming Meet 2007

Media Relations Officer Ronda Ng HP: +65 9152 2842

Athletics

Sport Athletics

Venue Name Bishan Stadium

Address 7 Bishan Street 14, Singapore 579784






Events Held National Inter-school Track & Field Championships 2008

Media Relations Officer Lorna Campbell HP: +65 9116 4804

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FIBA 33 (Basketball)

Sport FIBA 33 (Basketball)

Venue Name Anglican High School

Address 600 Upper Changi Road, Singapore 487012

Venue Nature New construction

Capacity 800 seats




Events Held National Inter-school Basketball Championships 2008

Media Relations Officer Izzie Saleh HP: +65 9090 8258

Beach Volleyball

Sport Beach Volleyball

Venue Name Siloso Beach

Address Sentosa Island, Siloso Beach

Venue Nature Temporary

Capacity 500 seats




Events Held • Swatch-FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour 2007• Sentosa-MOE Beach Volleyball Challenge 2008

Media Relations Officer Hannah JonesHP: +65 8138 1753

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Bowling

Sport Bowling

Venue Name Orchid Country Club

Address 1 Orchid Club Road, Singapore 769162


Capacity 200 seats




Events Held • Singapore National Schools Tenpin Bowling Championships for ‘A’, ‘B’ & ‘C’ Divisions 2008

• National Age Group Bowling Championships 2009 Masters

• AIA Singapore National Masters

Media Relations Officer Ming LimHP: +65 9296 4650

Football

Sport Football

Venue Name Jalan Besar Stadium

Address 100 Tyrwhitt Road, Singapore 207542






Events Held • AFC Under 16 Qualifiers 2007• AFC Under 17 Championships 2006• 21st Lion City Cup on 21 June 2007

Media Relations Officer Linda Fulford HP: +65 9088 3757

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Sailing

Sport Sailing

Venue Name National Sailing Centre

Address 1500 East Coast Parkway, Singapore 468963


Capacity 200 seats




Events Held 2007 Asian Sailing Championships

Media Relations Officer Darrelle EngHP: +65 9737 0769

Shooting

Sport Shooting

Venue Name SAFRA Yishun

Address 60 Yishun Avenue 4, Singapore 769027


Capacity 200 seats




Events Held • Annual Singapore Open Championship since 2001• 1st Asian Schools Shooting Championships 2008

Media Relations Officer Samantha SeeHP: +65 9339 8361

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Table Tennis

Sport Table Tennis

Venue Name Toa Payoh Sports Hall

Address 297 Lorong 6 Toa Payoh, Singapore 319389






Events Held • Volkswagen Pro Tour 2007• TMS Singapore Open 2008

Media Relations Officer Sheila ThomasHP: +65 9670 0849

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Main Press Centre and Venue Press CentresPrior to the beginning of the AYG Singapore 2009, all journalists, photographers and cameramen are required to register with the Media Accreditation Centre at Swissôtel The Stamford. Once you have received your media accreditation, you will be able to use the Main Press Centre (MPC) at the Hotel as well as the Venue Press Work Rooms at the competition venues.

Main Press CentreLocation: Indiana, Mercury and Minto Rooms, Level 4, Raffles City Convention Centre, Swissôtel The Stamford (2 Stamford Road, Singapore 178882).

The MPC will serve as the central work place for accredited media covering the AYG Singapore 2009.

1) The MPC will feature the following services and facilities:• An Information Counter • A Press Helpdesk• A Main Press Workroom equipped with - 80 work stations (2m x 1m) including 5 photo work stations - 30 common-sharing laptops - IDD telephone service - Internet connection - Power points (adaptors are not provided) - Three multi-functional printers (copy/ print/ fax/ scan) • A Press Conference Room equipped with - a 5-person head table - Seating capacity for 50 people - Sound system - Projector and screen• Two Camera Servicing Booths manned by Canon and Nikon from 29 June to 7 July Operation Hours: 8 am to 4 pm

NB: Snack food and coffee & tea will be available in the MPC at no charge to the media.

2) The MPC will be open for use by accredited journalists only as follows:• Friday 19 June to Sunday 28 June 2009 Operation Hours: 8 am to 8 pm• Monday 29 June to Wednesday 8 July 2009 Operation Hours: 7 am to 12 midnight

Please check with the Information Counter at the MPC for updates or changes to the schedule.


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Venue Press Centres1) The nine competition venues will have Venue Press Workrooms (VPWR) for use by

accredited media. All competition venues with the exception of the Siloso Beach, Sentosa (Beach Volleyball) venue, will also have a Venue Press Conference Room (VPCR).

In general, the Venue Press Centres will feature the following services:• An Information Counter • VPWR equipped with - Work stations (2m x 1m) - IDD telephone service - Internet connection - Power points (adaptors are not provided) - Multi-functional printers (copy/ print/ fax/ scan)• A VPCR equipped with - a 5-person head table - Seating capacity for 20-30 people - Sound system

NB: Snack food and coffee & tea will be available in the VPWR at no charge to the media.

3) Operating hours will vary according to the competition schedule. Please check with the Information Counter at the MPC for updates or changes to the schedule during the Games.

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Pan Pacific Singapore Hotel 7 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square Singapore 039595Tel : (65) 6826 8224 Fax : (65) 6339 4852 Email : [email protected] www.panpacific.com/singapore

Rendezvous Hotel Singapore9 Bras Basah Road Singapore 189559Tel : (65) 6335 1880 / 1 / 2 / 3Fax : (65) 6337 3773Email : [email protected]/singapore

Allson Hotel Singapore 101 Victoria StreetSingapore 188018Tel : (65) 6336 0811Fax : (65) 6334 0631Email : [email protected]

Peninsula.Excelsior Hotel Singapore 5 Coleman Street Singapore 179805Tel : (65) 6337 8080 Fax : (65) 6339 3580Email : [email protected] www.ytchotels.com.sg

Hotel Ibis Singapore 170 Bencoolen Street Singapore 189657Tel : (65) 6339 3584Fax : (65) 6339 3706 Website booking : www.ibishotel-asia.com

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competition venue Shuttle


Jalan BesarStadium

National Sailing Centre

Anglican High School


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Official media shuttle service

Media Hotel ShuttleThere are two complimentary shuttle services for the media:• to and from the Official Media Hotels to the Games Village (Swissotel The Stamford)• to and from the Games Village to the Competition Venues

All the buses depart from the Games Village at 7 am. Buses leave every 20 minutes.

Bus timings may vary depending on traffic conditions. Please check for the latest Shuttle Schedule at the Games Village.


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Singapore Sports School

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Discover Singapore

Singapore in BriefWith a business-friendly environment and vibrant social scene, Singapore is one of Asia’s most dynamic places in which to live, work and play. We are a young country, fusing old-world culture and charm with new-world quality of life and tempo.

More than 4.5 million people, comprising Singapore citizens, permanent residents and foreign nationals, live in our tropical island-paradise. We have easy, year-round access to 9,500 hectares of park land, including 300 parks and four nature reserves. We enjoy a wealth of sports facilities, including 900 badminton courts, 400 football pitches, 100 basketball courts and 100 Olympic swimming pools.

In 2009, Singapore is holding more than 660 sporting events, from the Volvo Ocean Race, to the FORMULA 1TM Grand Prix; from the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon, to the inaugural Asian Youth Games. We have 43 running events alone, a good indication of our incredible love of sports. However, we are more than a sporting city. Singapore has a world-class education system, a thought-provoking arts scene, and an economy open to all. Whether they have come from the East or the West, entrepreneurs, academics, artists and athletes are met with a warm welcome in Singapore. Among the premiere lifestyle events held here are the Singapore Biennale (an

Image courtesy of MICA / Photography by Darren Soh

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Singapore FlagThe colours of the Singapore flag represent red for brotherhood and equality; white for purity and virtue. The crescent moon represents a young nation on the rise. The five stars stand for Singapore’s ideals of democracy, peace, progress, justice and equality.

Banking HoursMost Singapore banks are open Monday to Friday from 10 am to 3 pm, and on Saturday from 9.30 am to 1 pm (some banks are open until 3 pm). Most banks handle travellers’ cheques and foreign currency exchange. Please note that some banks do not have foreign exchange dealings on Saturday. Passports are required when cashing travellers’ cheques. The bank may charge a nominal commission for exchanging currencies.

Currency ExchangeThe Singapore dollar is not fixed to another international currency and, thus, trades freely in currency markets. As of 4 June 2009, 1SGD purchased USD0.69.

Singapore dollar notes can be acquired from the banks or money changers in denominations of SGD2, SGD5, SGD10, SGD20, SGD50, SGD 100, SGD500, SGD1,000 and SGD10,000. (However please note that the higher-value notes are not commonly used by Singaporeans.) Coins come in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 20 and 50 cents and SGD1.

Drug LawsUnder the Misuse of Drugs Act, Singapore imposes severe consequences for the possession, consumption and trafficking of drugs. For more information, please refer to www.gov.sg.

EthnicityAbout 78% of the 4.8 million people residing in Singapore are ethnic Chinese, 14% are Malay and 6% are Indian. The remaining 2% encompasses a broad range of other Asian and European ethnicities.

LanguagesThere are four official languages in Singapore: Malay, Mandarin, Tamil and English. English is widely spoken and it serves as the official language of business and administration. Most Singaporeans are bilingual and speak their mother tongue as well as English.

Singaporeans also speak a local, colloquial dialect of English, affectionately known Singlish. It is a complex blend of vocabulary and grammar from various Chinese dialects (such as Hokkien, Cantonese, Teo Chew, Hakka, etc), Malay, Indian and English. It truly is uniquely Singaporean.

international arts show), the Singapore Fashion Festival, the Singapore International Film Festival and the World Gourmet Summit.

We have a stable political climate, top-notch healthcare, excellent transportation and telecommunications infrastructure, a commitment to a ‘green’ environment and low crime rates. As a result, Singapore consistently ranks highly in international surveys on both ease of doing business and quality of life.

We also offer one of the most convenient locations for regional and international business: some 2.8 billion people live within a 7-hour flight radius from Singapore. Thus, it is not surprising that more than 7,000 multinational corporations have set up operations in our city, including 500 local and foreign financial institutions.

We are a country that is always in motion. But when we change our urban landscape, it is always with an eye on our society’s future needs. Sports and leisure are destined to play a bigger role in our economy, thanks to several new upcoming mega-projects.

Currently in various stages of planning and development are the integrated resorts at Marina Bay and Sentosa Island, the Sports Hub planned for the Kallang Basin, and the Changi Motorsports Hub planned for the eastern tip of the Island.

In the meantime, we hope you will spend some time discovering Singapore. Do not leave it to your imagination; while here, seize the opportunity to see, do, feel and taste all things Singapore.

Quick Details about Singapore

Full Country NameRepublic of Singapore

GovernmentParliamentary Democracy

PresidentS R Nathan

Prime Minister

Lee Hsien Loong


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Useful WebsitesUniquely Singapore will tell you what’s happening in the city (and when and where) so you can make the most of your time in Singapore. Begin your visit here for ideas on entertainment, shopping and nightlife. www.visitsingapore.com

You can also go to Singapore Infomap for more information and ideas on everything you can do in Singapore. www.sg

Don’t forget to check the weather before you start your excursions for the day. http://app.nea.gov.sg/cms/htdocs/mss5.asp

Major IndustryFinancial services, shipping, electronics and electricals, oil refining, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and tourism.

Public TransportationSingapore has efficient, clean, safe and low-cost public transportation through our widespread network of buses and Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) rail system. The MRT system is air-conditioned and covers most of the country. Fares are distance-based.

Taxis can be hailed on the street (except at places when the road is marked with the double yellow lines) or can be booked by calling the cab companies. When travelling by taxi, you should expect extra charges during peak hours, in commercial business districts and for advanced booking.

No Smoking, PleaseIf this is your first trip to Singapore, you need to know that we do not permit smoking in many public places. This includes all sports facilities, schools, fitness centres, shopping malls, lifts (including lift lobbies), amusement centres, cinemas, taxis, shops, car parks, banks, supermarkets, hotel lobbies, ballrooms, museums and art galleries. Food courts, bars, clubs and restaurants are allowed to allocate 10% of their indoor seating as a smoking area if they have a separate ventilation system for the area. They are also permitted to designate up to 20% of their outdoor seating areas for smoking.

ReligionAs a multi-cultural society, Singaporeans practice many different religions. The main religions are Islam, Taoism, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Sikhism and Judaism. Temples, churches, mosques and other places of worships are common sights all over the island.

Time ZoneSingapore Standard Time Zone: GMT/UTC +8

VoltageThe voltage used in Singapore is 230V 50Hz and the power plugs are of the 3-pin, square-shaped type. Please bring along an electrical transformer/adapter.


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Key Attractions

The Singapore ZooMore than 1.5 million people visited the world-famous Singapore Zoo last year. You will understand why as soon as you log onto the Zoo’s website. It is an open concept zoo set in a rainforest, which will bring you closer to the animals than you ever imagined. Try breakfast with the orang-utans. Check the website for show times. www.zoo.com.sg

The Night SafariWhen the sun goes down, the entertainment is just beginning at the Night Safari. Test your night vision as you look for the 120 nocturnal species that live in the wildlife park. You can see 18 exhibits by tram and another 40 on foot. In total, there are over 1,000 animals at the Night Safari, proving that the Night really does have a thousand eyes. www.nightsafari.com.sg

Jurong Bird ParkIf you are travelling with children (and even if you aren’t), make sure the Jurong Bird Park is on your list of “Things I Must Do” while in Singapore. From predators to singing parrots, the Bird Park is an avian delight. Be sure to visit the African Waterfall Aviary, with its 1,500 free-flying African birds. www.birdpark.com.sg

Underwater WorldAt Underwater World on Sentosa Island, you can literally swim with the fishes. The aquarium’s Dive Adventure programmes will put you in the water with dolphins, dugongs and sharks (Book in advance). Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn more about our marine world. www.underwaterworld.com.sg

Singapore FlyerIf you really want to see the city, you have to ride the Singapore Flyer. At 165m tall, the Singapore Flyer is the largest observation wheel in the world. It will give you a spectacular view of Singapore’s skyline, not just in beautiful Marina Bay but all the way to Malaysia! www.singaporeflyer.com



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Forest AdventureWant to swing through the jungle? Try the Tree Top Course at Forest Adventure at Bedok Reservoir Park. You’ll be five metres above the ground, climbing ladders, hugging trees, crossing bridges and zooming along zip lines over Bedok Reservoir. Whether you’re Tarzan or George of the Jungle, you will have a blast. www.forestadventure.com.sg

Singapore Science CentreThere are no dry text books at the Singapore Science Centre, just the incredible world of science. Spend some time in hands-on exploration, learning about the world in which we live. Start with the polar research station in the Climate Change Exhibition to understand how our world is changing. Or try your hand at manipulating atoms and molecules at the Nanotechnology Exhibition. www.science.edu.sg

Our National ParksSingapore may be one of the most high-tech, online cities in the world—but we are also one of the greenest. We have more 300 parks and playgrounds, thanks to the dedicated efforts of our city planners and the National Parks Board. Our parks are the ‘green lungs’ of Singapore. Take a jog through the Singapore Botanic Gardens and you will discover what we mean. www.nparks.gov.sg

Singapore Visitor Centres@Changi International AirportTerminals 1-2-3 Arrival HallsOpen daily from 6 am to 2 amNearest MRT: Changi Airport

Services• Tourist Enquiries• Hotel Reservations• Free City Shuttle to Town • Taxi Tourist Guide

Singapore Visitor Centre@OrchardJunction of Cairnhill Road and Orchard RoadOpen daily from 9.30 am to 10.30 pmNearest MRT: Somerset

Services• Tourist Enquiries• Hotel Reservations• Booking for Tours• Sale of Attraction Tickets• Internet Access


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Eating Out - Restaurants, cafes & hawker stalls

Singaporeans have a national obsession with good food. Every day, we serve up a melting pot of Asian and international cuisine, thanks to our multicultural heritage and history as a trading port.

Indeed, Singapore’s cultural roots extend throughout Asia. They branch out through the Southeast Asian peninsula, reach north into China and south into India. However, they also follow the trade winds to Europe and North America.

Thus, our ‘local’ cuisine will feature dishes very familiar to overseas guests, but they will have some obvious differences as well. When recipes travel, they adjust to suit local ingredients, influences and tastes—just as people do.

Our Peranakan cuisine, for example, was born more than 100 years ago when new émigrés from China married local Malay people. The kitchen is one of the easiest places to blur cultural lines, and this trend continues today, as Singapore’s imaginative chefs play with old traditions to create something new and wonderful.

At the same time, though, you will find shops and restaurants in Singapore that have been run by one family for generations, and they are masters of one specific dish. Sometimes these dishes (like chilli crab) are found in humble hawker centres, sometimes they are found in five-star hotels.

A seemingly simple dish such as Chicken Rice, for example, is one of Singapore’s culinary icons. You’ll find it at Chatterbox at the esteemed Mandarin Hotel, and you’ll find it at countless food courts and hawker centres from one end of the country to the other.

Of course, it is an endless debate as to makes the best chicken rice, but that is not the point. The point is that you can always find a place to eat in Singapore to suit your budget and your palate.

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You can enjoy the best of Indian food (North and South!) in a humble hawker centre or an haute cuisine eatery. You can slurp up seafood laksa from Malaysia or beef pho from Vietnam.

Want something with more heat? Go for beef rendang from Indonesia or set your taste buds on fire with Thai tom yam soup. Or simply enjoy the sublime pleasure of Japanese tonkatsu and tempura. How about savouring the delicate flavours of a formaggio pizza or the perfection of a filet mignon?

Within Singapore, several districts are famous for their restaurants. Although reservations are always helpful, it is possible to make your choice at virtually the last minute. Take a leisurely stroll through the neighbourhood, the shopping mall, the food court (air conditioned and usually in the basements of most malls) or the hawker market—and take your pick.

The cheapest prices can be found at the food courts (air conditioned), coffee shops (serves food as well as drinks) and hawker markets (generally open air, family-owned food stalls). When you add them all up, we have about 17,000 small food stalls and about 120 hawker centres alone.

They are cheap and cheerful and extremely good value. The government inspects and grades them for hygiene and cleanliness, with ‘A’ being the highest rating. If the shop does not display its rating, be prudent and go to another food stall.

One last caveat: a lot of places sell imported seafood such as crab or prawns by weight. Ask how much they are charging by kilogram and do the math. There is no sense getting an unpleasant surprise after an enjoyable meal.

The most famous food centre in Singapore is Lau Pa Sat, which means “Old Market” in Hokkien dialect. It was build on Boon Tat Street in 1894, and it is the oldest and largest Victorian filigree cast-iron structure still standing in Southeast Asia. Not surprisingly, it is also a Singapore national monument. Lau Pa Sat is a wonderful example of how our city planners try to maintain the legacy of our architecture.

Busy people from nearby offices occupy the tables in a rush during lunch, but at night the mood changes significantly. Boon Tat road is closed to automotive traffic, and people settle in for a long evening, enjoying great local food. Smaller carts are pushed into place, selling teh


tarik (tea with condensed milk and ‘hand-pulled’ by being poured back and forth) and char siew and other barbeque. Life is good and easy.

In Singapore, food should always complement life. Within the next few pages, you will find the names of restaurants, cafes and hawker stalls that should make your stay in Singapore more enjoyable. They are not necessarily located in the major dining districts of Singapore, but they offer great food at great prices.

For more ideas on dining out in Singapore, please take a look at the section called “Dining Out by District”. For information on night entertainment in Singapore, please refer to the section called “Staying Out”.

Finally, not only do we pursue good food with a passion, we argue about it online. If you would like even more impassioned and informed commentary on eating out in Singapore, please check out these sites.

www.flavour.sgwww.soshiok.comwww.hungrygowhere.com.sgwww.streetdirectory.com/restaurantswww.ieatishootipost.sgwww.yum.sgwww.lovesingaporefood.blogspot.com No time to surf online? Try these places for great food at great values.

Beef House

Fresh, big and bouncy Hakka beef balls, complemented with a 5-alarm chilli sauce. Stop by after a shopping trip to Mustafa Centre.217 Syed Alwi RoadGar Lok Eating HouseTelephone: 9665 4919, 9821 5463Open: 9 am to 6 pmClosed on Fridays

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Big D’s Grill@Holland Drive

It is a coffee shop with a blue blood menu. Black Angus steak, Kurobuta Pork and some Peranakan specialities such as Ayam Buah Keluak (a chicken dish). More expensive than a regular ‘coffee shop’ but who really cares? The food is that good.Blk 46, Holland Drive#01-359Singapore 270046Open Daily: 11.30 am to 9 pm, except Thu—5 pm to 9 pm

Boon Tong Kee Chicken RiceYou can get chicken rice anywhere in Singapore but getting people to agree on which shop serves the best version is practically impossible. These two locations of this chain of chicken rice shops are highly recommended by their most frequent and discerning customers: Singapore taxi drivers!

Balestier Location The East Coast Rd Location401 Balestier Rd 199 East Coast RoadSingapore 329803 Singapore 428902Telephone: 6254 3937 Telephone: 6478 1462Open Daily: 11 am to 4 am Open Daily: 11 am to 4 am

Botak JonesFound at hawker centres in the Singapore heartland, Botak Jones serves truly great burgers and cheese fries, in portions so big you will have to share. Greasy western food at its absolute best! First two locations serve beer.

Bedok Location Toa Payoh LocationBlock 412 Bedok North Ave 2 970A Toa Payoh NorthSingapore 460412 Singapore 318997Telephone: 6243 9225 Telephone: 6258 6225Open Daily: 11.30 am to 10 pm Open Daily: 11.30 am to 10 pmBrewski Jones 11.30 am to 10 pm Brewski Jones 11.30 am to 10 pm Woodlands Location30 Woodlands Avenue 1#01-11, Stalls 2/3 The Woodgrove Food CentreSingapore 739065Telephone: 689 4425Open Daily: 11.30 am to 10 pm

Finalement Gastronomia

No fuss, no frills, just fabulous pizza. It is a very small shop with a single pizza oven and pronto service. Don’t waste your time with the ready-made by the slice stuff. Go for a freshly baked, thin-crust 5-cheese or the Autunno (tomato, gorgonzola, tangy pork sausage & porcini mushrooms). Perfetta!1 Goldhill Plaza (near United Square)#01-47Singapore 308899Telephone: 6256 2149Open Daily: 11 am to 10 pm

Fish & Co.

Fish & Co. has a mission to provide you with the freshest seafood right out of the pan. With delectable dishes like the New York Fish & Chips, the Seafood Platter and the Portuguese Chili Crab, you can’t help but get “hooked.” The Glass House, 9 Penang Road#01-24 Park MallSingapore 238459Telephone: 6334 1858Open Daily: 11.30 pm to 10 pm

GoldHill Hakka Restaurant

A modest little restaurant, with one goal: to serve the best Yong Tau Fu. Silky tofu, homemade fish paste and fish balls. And don’t miss out on the raw fish drizzled with sesame oil, ginger, garlic and spring onion.299A Changi Road (After the SPC station) Telephone: 6842 4283Open Daily: 11.30 am to 4 pm

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Hjh Maimunah@Jalan Pisang

When you have finished a morning of shopping in Kampong Glam, here is the place to go for lunch. Try their ikan bakar (fish) or beef lungs (if you dare). If you are vegetarian, opt for the fried tempeh and the tahu telur (bean curd omelette with peanut soy sauce). 11 & 15 Jalan Pisang Singapore 199078Open: 7.30 am to 9 pmClosed on SundaysTelephone: 6291 3132

Komala Vilas Restaurant

No-nonsense vegetarian Indian fast food. Feast on bhattura with Chenna masala, prata with vegetable kurma, or a paper-thin dosai set. Unbeatable value and always fast service, no matter how busy—and it’s always busy.76 Serangoon RdSingapore 217981Open Daily: 11.30 am to 3.30 pm 7.00 pm to 10.30 pm

Loon Seng

This family business has served sublime char siew (barbequed pork), roast pork and barbequed duck in the same location for 30 years. The pork crackling is so light it seems to melt in your mouth. Simply so tok kong (sensational)! They open around 11.30 am and stay open until the day’s supplies are gone, usually around 8.30 pm. They get their pork fresh from Australia. A short walk from Great World City.429 River Valley RoadSingapore 248328Telephone: 6737 2891Open Daily: 11.30 am to 8.30 pm

Pasta Inc Italian Restaurant

You never know where you will find a great pasta restaurant, but here’s one tucked away in the conservation shophouses lining Jalan Besar. The fettuccine carbonara will easily leave you with that divine feeling of overindulgence. More adventurous people will order the ‘nero’ spaghetti (which is so popular in Japan). Tiramisu for dessert? Absolutely.279 Jalan BesarSingapore 208943Telephone: 6297 7515Open DailyLunch: 12 noon to 2.30 pmDinner: 6.30 pm to 11 pm

Resto Surabaya

Famous for its spicy sambal chilli, smashed chicken (ayam penyet Surabaya) an soto ayam (chicken soup). You will be humming from the sambal long after you have left the building. 304 Orchard Road #02-63/64 Lucky PlazaSingapore 238863Telephone: 6732 1803Open Daily: 12 noon to 9 pm

Wah Kee Big Prawn Noodles

Truth in advertising: the prawns are big and the broth is yummy. It is a small stall, and it often sells out early so go by noon. If you think you can’t find it, just look for the queue. If there isn’t a queue, they have sold out!Blk 41A #01-15 Cambridge Road Hawker Centre (aka Pek Kio Market)Singapore 211041Telephone: 9688 3633Open: 7.30 am to 2 pmClosed on Mondays

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Zhou’s Kitchen

Run by the Tung Lok chain, which has a string of successful Chinese restaurants, Zhou’s Kitchen has an extremely popular high-tea buffet. Drunken Chicken, pork ribs, carrot cake, prawn dumplings. Who can resist? Make a reservation or you will be in the queue forever! Square 2 is located behind the sports mall [email protected] 210 Sinaran Drive#01-73Singapore 307506Telephone: 6893 1123Open Daily: 11 am to 5 pm 6 pm to 10 pm

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Dining Out - by District

Spend an evening or two visiting Singapore’s clusters of fine dining. Not only will you enjoy a wonderful meal, you will see how Singapore has kept its past alive by retaining its historical architecture.

Chijmes

Imagine a turn of the century girl’s convent school transformed into an entertainment village in the heart of downtown Singapore—and you will have discovered Chijmes. It is a beautiful heritage site that now hosts upscale shopping and more than 20 restaurants, wine bars and pubs. Indulge in some Wagyu beef at Gyu-Kaku Japanese Barbeque Restaurant and then dance the night away (and all those calories) to the DJs at The Ace of Clubs or The Upper Club. www.chijmes.com.sg

Gyu-Kaku Japanese Barbeque Restaurant30 Victoria Street#01-03 ChijmesSingapore 187996Telephone: 6333 4001

The Ace of Clubs30 Victoria Street#B1-09 ChijmesOpen: Sun to Thu: 4.21 pm to 4.21 am, Fri, Sat & eve of public holidays: 4.21 pm to 6 amTelephone: 6334 1419

The Upper Club30 Victoria Street#02-01A ChijmesSingapore 187996Open: Mon to Sat & eve of public holidays: 7.30 pm to 2 am Sun: 7.30 pm to 1 amTelephone: 6338 1313

Club Street

To survive in the Club Street area, restaurants need to know exactly what they are doing in the kitchen. Not only are they right on the edge of Chinatown, the restaurants sit virtually side

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by side with some of the best Italian, French and Mediterranean restaurants in Singapore. Thus, the turnover on Club Street (and the nearby Amoy and Telok Ayer Streets) can be quite rapid. However Senso Ristorante & Bar continues to receive high ratings from its customers, particularly for dishes such as the osso buco (veal shank), the grilled tuna and the foie gras. People love the ambiance, too. Ask for a table in the courtyard. www.senso.sg

For meat lovers, Seven On Club may be an earthly version of food paradise. The restaurant serves a Brazilian Churrascaro buffet of grilled meats and fish. However, the chef’s signature dishes are very tempting as well. Mediterranean sea bass with anchovies and dill pesto. Chilled tofu with crab meat and ebiko roe, and a roast rack of lamb with a hazelnut and garlic herb crust. www.sevenonclub.com

A short walk away on Amoy Street sits a community favourite: Teochew Restaurant Huat Kee. The family behind this restaurant has been serving up Teochew food since 1969, so they really do know what they are doing. Even the pickiest eaters adore the steamed pomfret, braised goose, hairy crab and orh nee (yam paste) at this restaurant. www.teochewrestaurant.com

Senso Ristorante & Bar21 Club StreetSingapore 069410Open: Mon to Fri from 12 pm to 3 pm, 6 pm to 10.30 pm Sat: 6 pm to 10.30 pm Sun: 11 am to 3 pm (Brunch), 6 pm to 10.30 pm Telephone: 6224 3534

Seven On Club7 Club StreetSingapore 069403Open: 11.30 am to 11 pmLunch: 11.30 am to 2.30 pmDinner: 6.30 pm to 10.30 pmClosed on Sundays & public holidaysTelephone: 6327 9663

Teochew Restaurant Huat Kee74 Amoy StreetSingapore 069893Open Daily: 11 am to 2.30 pm, 6 pm to 10 pmTelephone: 6423 4747

Dempsey Hill

Take a taxi to Dempsey Hill, a glorious renovation of local heritage buildings that were once British Army Barracks. The area previously had a second life as an enclave for antique dealers, carpet sellers and teak furniture shops (and you can still find some in the neighbourhood).

But now Dempsey Hill is showing off all its colonial charms as home to several chi chi restaurants and bars. Go to Vintage India for the superb cuisine, immaculate service and colonial decor. Try the Afghani Chicken Tikka or special order a palak paneer. The waiters and the kitchen are always ready to oblige.

If you are in the mood for something sweet after your meal, stroll down the road for a Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. The place will be bustling with people, but you are bound to find a friendly table. If you are still not ready to call the evening a night, then take in some live music at Harry’s Bar. www.dempseyhill.com

Vintage India10 Dempsey Rd, Block 10#01-21 Dempsey HillSingapore 249679Open Daily: 12 noon to 2.30 pm, 6 pm to 11 pmTelephone: 6471 3100

Ben & Jerry’s10 Dempsey Rd, Block 8#01-14 Dempsey HillSingapore 249679Open: Mon: 3 pm to 11 pm Sun, Tue to Thu: 11 am to 11 pm Fri & Sat: 11 am to 12.30 amTelephone: 6473 3231

Harry’s@Dempsey10 Dempsey Rd, Block 11#01-17A Dempsey Hill Singapore 249679Open: Mon to Thu: 4 pm to 1 am Fri: 4 pm to 2 am Sat: 12 noon to 2 am Sun & public holidays: 12 noon to 1 amTelephone: 6471 9019

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Holland Village

Within Holland Village, Jalan Merah Saga has become renowned for its fine western restaurants. Original Sin, which specialises in vegetarian Mediterranean dishes, relies on its food quality and menu creativity to keep people coming back year after year. Among the standouts at the restaurant: bosco misto, a tower of spinach, feta and tofu patties with asparagus and rocket, and a savoury ricotta cake. www.originalsin.com.sg

Further down the street is Da Paolo Pizza Bar, with its loud boisterous atmosphere, rough-hewn tables and the brown cowhide draped from the ceiling. It has a glassed-in open kitchen so you can see the staff, and they look pretty happy—which is always a good sign. Try the Fiorentina Pizza, and the melanzane parmagiana. You will love them. www.dapaolo.com.sg

After dinner, take a stroll to the other side of Holland Village to The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf. Grab a table outside so you can people-watch and enjoy a cafe latte and one of their fabulous cakes. www.coffeebean.com.sg

The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf®

10 Lorong MambongSingapore 277675Open: Sun to Thu: 7.30 am to midnight Fri, Sat & public holidays: 7.30 am to 1 amTelephone: 6466 4955

Da Paolo Pizza Bar44 Jalan Merah Saga #01-46Open: 11 am to 3 pm, 6 pm to 11 pm Sat & Sun brunch: 9 am to noonClosed on MondaysTelephone: 6479 6059

Original Sin43 Jalan Merah Saga#01-62 Chip Bee GardensSingapore 278115Open: Mon: 6 pm to 10.30 pm Tue to Sun: 11.30 am to 2.30 pm, 6 pm to 10.30 pmTelephone: 6475 5605

Marina Bay: The Esplanade and The Fullerton Hotel

Located at the Marina Bay waterfront, The Esplanade has been nicknamed The Durian in recognition of its totally unique architecture, which resembles the very famous Southeast Asian fruit. However, al fresco diners come for the ambient entertainment, balmy breezes and relaxing pace that can be found at the Esplanade. www.esplanade.com

Get a table on the roof at Al Dente Trattoria for pasta and dreamy views of the Singapore skyline. Check the Esplanade box office for last-minute tickets to a show. Indulge in the richest chocolate on the island at Max Brenner Chocolate Bar. If you feel the need to dance, get into the groove with the international DJs at DXO. www.colours.com.sg

Al Dente Trattoria8 Raffles Avenue#01-13 The Esplanade MallColours by the BaySingapore 039802Open Daily: 11.30 am to 2.30 pm Mon to Thu & public holidays: 6 pm to 10.30 pm Fri to Sun & eve of public holidays: 6 pm to 11 pmTelephone: 6341 9188

Max Brenner Chocolate Bar8 Raffles Avenue#01-06/08 Esplanade MallSingapore 039802Open: Sun to Thu: 11 am to 11 pm Fri & Sat: 11 am to midnightTelephone: 6235 9556

DXO 8 Raffles Avenue,#01-13F Esplanade Mall,Singapore 039802Open: Mon & Tue: 3 pm to 1 am Wed & Thu: 3 pm to 3 am Fri, Sat & eve of public holidays: 3 pm to 4 amClosed on SundaysTelephone: 6582 4896

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Cross the street to The Fullerton Hotel, the old General Post Office, lovingly refurbished into a five-star hotel. Ready to dine in luxury? Go to Jade. Think Asian Fusion, and you will understand the charms of Jade. Peking duck, pan-seared foie gras and wasabi mayonnaise prawns with mango salsa. And if you are going to have a martini in Singapore, have it at the Fullerton’s Post Bar, the most glamorous drinking establishment in the city.

Planning on staying out all night? Go clubbing at The Butter Factory, the 8,000sqf dance club at One Fullerton. The Butter Factory has two dance rooms: Bump with its distinctive Hip Hop and R&B sounds; and Fash with edgy electronica, club beats and alternative rock. Let’s dance.www.fullertonhotel.com

Jade#01-02One Fullerton SquareThe Fullerton HotelSingapore 049178Open Daily: 11.30 am to 3 pm 6.30 pm to 11 pmTelephone: 6887 8188

The Post BarOne Fullerton SquareThe Fullerton HotelSingapore 049218Open: Mon to Fri: 3 pm to 2 am Sat & Sun: 5 pm to 2 amTelephone: 6887 8135

The Butter Factory#02-02/03/04One Fullerton SquareThe Fullerton HotelSingapore 049218Open: 10 pm to 3 amTelephone: 6333 8243

Photography by Joseph Lim

Rochester Park

Rochester Park is another sterling example of Singapore’s determination to incorporate our historical architecture into the working fabric of our modern city. Here, trendy restaurants are housed in refurbished 70-year old colonial black and white bungalows, once the homes of British officers. The ambience is romantic elegance. www.visitsingapore.com

Among the restaurants: Min Jiang at One North easily matches its namesake at the Goodwood Park Hotel for excellence in service and cuisine, which could be described as Chinese with a very modern and eclectic twist.

At North Border Bar & Grill look forward to barbeque from Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado and Utah. Think chipotle, jalapeno and habanero, and cinnamon, cumin, coriander and cilantro, and you will get the flavour of North Border. www.northborder.com.sg

Min Jiang at One North#5 Rochester ParkSingapore 139213Open Daily: 11 am to 2.30 pm, 6 pm to 10.30 pm Sat, Sun & public holidays: Dim Sum – 3 pm to 5 pm Telephone: 6774 1022

North Border Bar & Grill#2 Rochester ParkSingapore 139213Open Daily: Noon to midnightTelephone: 6777 6618

Singapore Indoor Stadium Waterfront

Here’s the good news if you are going to Singapore Indoor Stadium for a concert or a game. You can have a leisurely dinner at one of the restaurants at the Stadium that face the waterfront. Try Vansh for authentic Indian food with the cool style of a chill-out bar. Delicately flavoured basil fish, a lamb curry with a hint of pumpkin and a perfect chicken masala.www.vansh.com.sg

With Le Bistrot, you can almost pretend that you are dining at some rustic eatery in Paris. Start with the onion soup (mais oui!) that comes with a lovely chunk of gruyere cheese. Try the duck confit with whole-grain honey mustard. Word of warning: it is impossible to choose between the lemon tart and the crème brulee for desert so order both. Reservations are a must. www.lebistrot.com.sg

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For a novel twist on the steamboat, hotpot or shabu shabu menu, try The Mushroom Pot. There is a very creative a la carte menu, priced especially nice for lunch visits. But for dinner, do try the buffet, with almost 50 items to put in the pot, including the chef’s choice of five varieties of wild mushrooms, beef filet, fresh prawns, tofu and dumplings. The mushroom fried rice has that delicious wok hei. www.mushroompot.com.sg

Le Bistrot2 Stadium Walk#01-03 Singapore Indoor StadiumSingapore 397691Open: Tue to Sun: 6.30 pm to 11 pm Thu to Sun: 12 noon to 2.30 pm Weekend Brunch: 10.30 am to noonTelephone: 6447 0018

The Mushroom Pot2 Stadium Walk #01-02 Singapore Indoor StadiumSingapore 397691Open Daily: 12 noon to 2.30 pm 6.30 pm to 10.30 pmTelephone: 6342 3320

Vansh2 Stadium Walk, Stadium Waterfront#01-04 Singapore Indoor StadiumSingapore 397691Open Daily: 12 pm to 2.30 pm 6.30 pm to 11 pmTelephone: 6345 4466

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Staying Out Nightlife

Singaporeans believe that when work is done, it is time to play. Going out in Singapore can mean staying out all night if you have the time, energy and budget. All over the city, nightclubs and bars stay open almost until dawn.

Things to keep in mind: Many places have cover charges before you can get in the door. Sometimes they charge different rates for men and women. Sometimes they have a minimum order charge—if you don’t spend above a certain dollar amount, they may bill you for it anyway. Finally, if you have any doubts about the establishment’s smoking rules, ask before you light up.

It also is a good idea to call the club before you go because it might be closed for a private function.

For more information on nightclubs and bars in Singapore, try the following sites.

www.clarkequay.com.sgwww-eclubbing.comwww.timeoutsingapore.com www.whosgoing.sg

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Boat Quay, Clarke Quay and

Robertson QuayAlong the Singapore River can be found three prime entertainment areas. Boat Quay, Clarke Quay and Robertson Quay were all once working class districts of the city, with warehouses and jetties for Singapore’s booming entrepôt business. (This legacy is captured in a series of sculptures along the Singapore River. They are worth seeing before you leave our island, because the statutes reveal life as it was in early Singapore).

As the country and the economy grew, the commercial trade business was relocated away from the city centre. Instead of demolishing the buildings outright, the city’s planners made a wise decision.

They retained the facades of the buildings and, in doing so, held onto the unique character of the neighbourhoods. The Quays have a post-modern feel, thanks to their architecture that stands as a clear reminder of the original raison d’être of the buildings. The action inside, though, tells another story. Great food, pulsating music and a rocking good time tells us that this part of Singapore is no longer about work, it is about play. Explore the riverfronts and see for yourself. Don’t forget to take in Circular Road and the other side streets for the hidden gems of the Quays.

Elsewhere in Singapore, Orchard Road is famous for its shopping glitter and glamour, but it also has a range of restaurants and bars where you can quench your thirst and satisfy your hunger pangs...before heading out for your next round of exciting times in Singapore.

Here are a few places to get you started on your journey through Singapore’s nightclub and bar scene.

Alley Bar A charming little bar near Somerset on Orchard Rd, Alley Bar is a great place to unwind after a day of shopping. Try a margarita and the dim sum or a beer and the hot chicken wings. Listen to the hum of Orchard Road as you try to decide it to call it a night or call for another round. www.peranakanplace.com

180 Orchard Road/No.2 Emerald HillSingapore 238846Open Daily: 5 pm to 2 am*No Cover*Telephone: 6738 8818


Archipelago@Boat QuayFor beer connoisseurs, Archipelago is the place to be. This classy local microbrewery serves up speciality, home-grown beers, including the Traveller’s Wheat with its Asian influences, the dark creamy Trader’s Brown Ale and the popular Java. Archipelago encourages you to savour the flavour. www.archipelagobrewery.com

79 Circular RoadSingapore 049433Open: Mon to Fri: 2 pm to 1 am Sat: 3 pm to 3 am, Sun: 3 pm to 1 am*No Cover*Telephone: 6327 8404

Bar 84Known locally as ‘the magic bar’, Bar 84 is located in the hip and trendy Gallery Hotel in Robertson Quay. (Every room has a unique theme.) Small and luxurious, the bar comes with its own sense of exclusivity and illusion. The Japanese masters who tend the bar also put on magic shows, hence the nickname. The cool jazz is also pure magic. Very popular with Singaporeans and Japanese expats. www.galleryhotel.com.sg

Level 2Gallery Hotel1 Nanson Road Singapore 238909Open: Early evening to early morning*Cover charge*Telephone: 6849 8686

Le Carillon de L’Angelus

Some nights should end on a warm glow, rather than a roaring crescendo. Here’s a sweet, warm bistro to enjoy some after-dinner wine, cheese and cold cuts. The atmosphere is leisurely, but they take their wine seriously: Le Carillon de L’Angelus is also the name of a French wine label.

Tyler Print Institute #02-03 41 Robertson QuaySingapore 238236Open: 5 pm till very lateTelephone: 6738 7429

Photography by Joseph Lim

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Azzucar Latin Soul PartyNot everyone can dance to meringue (with its rapid 2/4 beat), but the band at Azzucar makes you want to get up and try. Five ladies and one man make up Cubania, Azzucar’s house band. They play Latin funk, pop, salsa, plena, reggaeton and, of course, meringue. www.azzucar.com.sg

Block 3D, River Valley Road#02-03 Clarke QuaySingapore 179023Open: Tue to Thu: from 8 pm Fri & Sat: 9 pm to 6 am*No cover*Telephone: 6336 8718

China OneA luxurious nightclub filled with Chinese antiques and intimate sensibilities. Live bands and an in-house DJ keep the beat going throughout the week. Try your hand at pool at one of seven tables at China One. If the real game isn’t your forte, try the Nintendo WII version on the club’s large-screen set up or just sit back and enjoy the scenery. www.chinaone.com

#02-01 Clarke Quay Blk 3E River Valley RoadSingapore 179024Open: Sun & Mon: 5 pm to 1 am, Tue to Thu: 5 pm to 2 am Fri & Sat: 5 pm to 5 amTelephone: 6339 0280

The ClinicFew bars can beat the absolute novelty of the Clinic. Wheelchairs and hospital beds are used for seating, operating lights hang over your table, and your drinks are served in IV bags. Yes, it’s a weird blend of kitsch and irony, but tourists and young women seem to find it highly entertaining. With the outdoor seating, the Clinic is a great location for people-watching on Clarke Quay.

Block 3C, The Cannery River Valley Road#01-03 Clarke QuaySingapore 179022Open: From 6 pm till late*No Cover*Telephone: 6887 3733

Crazy ElephantThis is not a club, nor a pub, nor a disco. This is a ‘good ol boy’ roadhouse, right in the middle of Clarke Quay. You don’t have to glam it up, you just have been to be prepared to have a raucous good time to live blues rock, greasy lip-smacking American food and beer. www.crazyelephant.com

Block 3E #01-03 Clarke Quay River Valley Road, Open: Sun to Thu: 5 pm to 2 am Fri & Sat: 5 pm to 3 am Live performances: 10 pm to lateJam Night: Sunday night*No cover*Telephone: 6337 7859

DivineDivine is the 3-storey ‘lobby’ bar of one of Singapore’s most unusual and darkly beautiful office buildings: Parkview Square. Designed in the art deco style of the 1920s, Parkview Square is an opulent monument to the divine beauty of granite, bronze, lacquer and glass. The Divine bar simply adds to the incredible aura of the place with its fantastic fashion for ordering wine. Request a specific bottle of wine, and the bar’s ‘angel’ flies up a 12-metre rack in search of your shiraz or cabernet sauvignon. The illusion is created with a pulley system that sends the ‘angel’ up into wine heaven to retrieve your ordered bottle. Once you are happily imbibing, enjoy the live jazz and the absolutely surreal environs.

Parkview Square Lobby600 North Bridge RoadOpen Daily: 11 am to midnight *No Cover*Telephone: 6396 4466

Hard Rock CafeLife is not complicated at the Hard Rock: Classic and contemporary rock to feed your soul, and burgers, fish & chips and Tex-Mex to fill your belly. Live bands rock it up on the weekends. Check out the collection of star guitars. Located just off Orchard Road, near The Forum.

HPL House50 Cuscaden RdSingapore 249724Open: Sun to Thu: 11 am to 2 am Fri & Sat: 11 am to 3 am*Minimum order charge*Telephone: 6235 5232 Photography by Glen Bowman

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Home

Step into our living room. Home is unpretentious, comfortable and very, very popular with the folks who like to keep things real. Near Boat Quay, Home delivers local bands, DJs and indie music straight up. Comfy sofas, a dance floor and an up-raised DJ stage complete the vibe. www.homeclub.com.sg

#B1-01/06The River Walk20 Upper Circular RoadSingapore 058416*Cover charge*Telephone: 9877 6055

The Mind Cafe and Settlers

If you would rather do something other than drink beer, listen to loud music or dance till you drop, here’s an idea. Both Mind Cafe and Settlers are coffee shops with modest menus but a huge repertoire of board games. Monopoly? Clue? Scrabble? Cranium? Both shops have more than 400 games from which to choose. www.settlerscafe.com.sgwww.mindcafe.com.sg

The Mind Cafe at Boat Quay

68 Boat QuaySingapore 049856Open: Tue to Thu: 2 pm to 11 pm Fri & Sat: 2 pm to 1 am Sun: 2 pm to 11 pmClosed on Mondays*No Cover*Telephone: 6334 4427

Settlers

39 North Canal RoadSingapore 059295Open: Tue to Fri: From 2 pm Sat: Noon to 1.30 am Sun: Noon to 11 pm*No Cover*Telephone: 6535 0435

Muddy Murphy’s Irish Pub

Extremely popular with locals and tourists who revel in the jovial camaraderie that comes with Irish ales and draughts and lots of pub grub. Muddy Murphy’s broadcasts rugby and English Premier League. Live music on Friday and Saturday nights. Indoor and outdoor seating.

#B1-01/06 Orchard Hotel Shopping Arcade,442 Orchard Road Singapore 238879Open: Mon to Thu: 11 am to 1 am Fri & Sat: 11 am to 2 am Sun: 11 am to midnight*No Cover*Telephone: 6735 0400

New Asia Bar

There may be no better view of Singapore than the stunning panorama available from the sleek New Asia Bar on the 71st floor of Swissôtel The Stamford. Sip cocktails in sophisticated elegance and be dazzled by the views of Singapore at night. The music is a sweeping mix of Motown, Top 40s, classics, house, funk and new age. www.swissôtel.com

Level 71Swissôtel The Stamford2 Stamford RdSingapore 178882Open Daily: from 3 pm*Cover charge*Telephone: 6837 3322


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No.5 Emerald Hill

Tucked away on tiny Emerald Hill lane, No.5 is often the first stop for Singapore’s expat community heading out for a night on the town. It is often the last stop, too. No.5 is a renovated shophouse, just a few steps from Orchard Road. Go to No.5 to catch your breath after all that shopping.

5 Emerald HillSingapore 229289Open: Mon to Thu: Noon to 2 am Fri & Sat: Noon to 3 am*No Cover*Telephone: 6732 0818

Rebel Boutique Bar

Rebel is going to bombard you with an in-your-face mash of music and atmosphere. Get your groove on with the award-winning resident DJs. Do not let your jaw hit the floor at the toys and the wild graffiti. Telephone the club for more info on the cover charge. www.rebel.sg

Block 3C The Cannery, River Valley Road#01-07/08 Clarke QuaySingapore 179022Open: Wed to Sat: 9.30 pm till late*Cover charge*Telephone: 6333 4168

St James Power StationUse your imagination to come up with a fantastic venue for clubbing, complete with resident bands, international DJs, over-the-top special events and music, music, music—and you might get the idea behind St James Power Station. Twelve clubs in one destination, offering dance and music in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese. Hit the Karaoke bar Mono if you just have to sing, too. Want some wailing R&B? Go to the Boiler Room. Movida means ‘party’ in Cuban, so you know you are in for a good time with a world music beat. But the centre of the universe is Powerhouse, a 10,000 square foot cavern of sound with an industrial light show. Let’s get the party started. Check out the websites for more information for special DJs and cover charges.

www.stjamespowerstation.comwww.bellinigrande.sgwww.theboilerroom.sgwww.dragonfly.sgwww.movida.sgwww.mono.sgwww.powerhouse.sg

St James Power Station3 Sentosa Gateway #01-01Singapore 098544Open: 8-ish to 5 amTelephone: 6270 7676

Wala Wala Cafe & BarOne of the iconic establishments in Holland Village, Wala Wala is a favourite of pizza-loving sports fans. On the ground floor, several flat screen TVs broadcast the games to the Wala regulars who are filling up on pizza, chicken fingers and beer. Upstairs, the crowd comes for live entertainment: bands and comedy acts. It is laid-back fun at its best. Check with the bar to find out who is playing and what time the shows start. www.imaginings.com.sg

31 Lorong MambongHolland VillageSingapore 277689Open: Mon to Thu: 4 pm to 1 am Fri & eve of public holidays: 4 pm to 2 am Sat: 3 pm to 2 am Sun: 3 pm to 1 am*No Cover*Telephone: 6462 4288

Photography by Alex.Ch

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YelloJello Retrobar@the CanneryThink Fab Four with some retro funk remixing. This club is all about flower power and feeling groovy with Beatles hits and other blasts from the past. www.yellojello.sg

Block 3C the Cannery, River Valley Rd#01-06 Clarke QuaySingapore 179022Open Daily: 6 pm to 5 am*Cover charge*Telephone: 6887 3733

AtticaThe bold, beautiful and ultra glam all come to Attica. Theme parties, special events and lots of hip hop and DJ remixes. Be prepared for anything. www.attica.com.sg

3A River Valley Rd#01-03 Clarke QuaySingapore1709020Open: Sun to Tue: 5 pm to 2 am Thu: 5 pm to 3 am Wed, Fri & Sat: 5 pm to 4 am*Cover charge*Telephone: 6333 9973

Zirca

It is a dance club, it is a magic show, it is performance art. Locals, expats and tourists dance to the coolest DJs from the UK, Europe and Japan. Telephone the club for more info on the cover charge. www.zirca.sg

Block 3C The Cannery, River Valley Rd#01-02/05, #02-01/08 Clarke QuaySingapore 179022Open: Wed to Sat: 9.30 pm to late*Cover charge*Telephone: 6235 2292

Want something light but delicious to eat before you go clubbing at Attica or Zirca? Try Tomo Izakaya for Japanese food in a quaint Japanese pub setting. Tomo Izakaya specialises in small plate servings that are meant to be shared with friends over sake, beer and wine. Enjoy the sushi, kushiyaki (Japanese satay) and ramen. The fish is flown in direct from Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market so the prices are on the high end but it’s all oh-so delicious. Oishii so, desho!! www.tomoizakaya.com.sg

3A River Valley Rd#01-04 Clarke QuaySingapore 179022Open: Sun to Thu: From 11 am*No minimum order*Telephone: 6333 0100

ZOUKSo much to do, so little time? Then do not waste it by going to any place other than Zouk—the Godfather of dance clubs in Singapore. They like to mix things up, with Mambo Jambo on Wednesday, the bi-monthly ReadySetGlo parties and a steady stream of super cool international DJs. Guest DJs usually come on at midnight. The club scene in Singapore is as competitive and cut-throat as the stock market, but Zouk keeps delivering the beat that Singapore wants. www.zoukclub.com

17 Jiak Kim StreetSingapore 169420Open: Wed: 9 pm to 4 am, Fri & Sat: from 10 pm till very very late*Cover charge*Telephone: 6738 2988

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Velvet Underground at Zouk

Intimate and exclusive, this club plays the rainbow when it comes to music: afro-funk, Balearic, Brazilian, jazz and tech. On Thursdays, expect a reverb sound from the 80s and 90s with a Balearic beat that will take you to Ibiza and back to Singapore. On the walls are 1980s icons Keith Haring and Andy Warhol. www.zoukclub.com

17 Jiak Kim StreetSingapore 169420Open: Usually from 9 pm to the wee hours of the next day*Cover charge*Telephone: 6738 2988

You have danced all night at Zouk, and now you are hungry. Hop into a taxi and head for Mr Prata, which is on Evans Road, near the CCA Branch of the Ministry of Education and the Botanic Gardens. The spicy curries will get you humming, and the roti prata will leave you happy and satisfied. Both meat and vegetarian curries and a staggering choice of pratas are on offer. Just the thing after an all-nighter.

#01-02, 26 Evans RdSingapore 259367Open: 24/7*No minimum order*Telephone: 6235 6993

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Shopping

The Great Singapore Sale

29 May - 26 July 2009

If you love to shop, you couldn’t have come to Singapore at a better time! The Great Singapore Sale has a plethora of bargains for everyone, and it always has exclusive promotions just for visitors to Singapore.

Whether you are strolling down Orchard Road, wandering through the Marina Bay Shopping district, or heading out to the suburban malls, you will find a steal of a deal. Watch for discounts of up to 70% off the usual prices for everything—from designer apparel to jewellery, watches, electronics, antiques and more!

Looking for chic high fashion? Step into glamour at Paragon, C.K. Tangs, Ngee Ann City or Palais Renaissance on Orchard Rd. Get the smartest in business or casual wear at Raffles City, Millenia Walk or Suntec City.

Need something edgier for the teenagers in your life? Try the Heeren, Cineleisure, Far East Plaza or Bugis Junction. How about something for the kids? Head to the Forum, United Square, Tanglin Mall, Parkway Parade or Great World City. (Both Suntec City and United Square carry Build-A-Bear.)

Velocity@Novena is all about sports, from stay-dry sportswear to running shoes to racquets. Tanglin Shopping Centre has artwork and antiques from around the world. Take a trip to Holland Village Shopping Centre for unique folk art, fine jewellery and custom tailors.

If you are looking for the charm and traditions of Chinese culture, go to Chinatown. You will find everything from Chinese toys to silk cheongsams to traditional Chinese medicine shops. Check out Chinatown Point for bargains and more bargains.

Little India offers the rich spices of Indian culture, with gold jewellery shops, Bollywood soundtracks and Bangra music, delectable Indian cuisine, and Indian sweets stalls. Be


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sure to visit Mustafa Centre—a Singapore landmark with everything you will ever need to bring home as souvenirs of your stay in Singapore. It is open 24 hours a day so go anytime!

You can take a step back into Singapore’s past with a visit to Kampong Glam, where the streets are lined with restored shophouses. Once the centre of business for Arab traders, the Kampong Glam area still features quaint shops selling textiles, crafts, baskets and, of course, finely woven carpets. You can explore the pedestrian-only Bussorah Street Mall at your leisure.

Even when you are not shopping, you can take advantage of special offers to dine around the island.

For more information, please check the website,www.greatsingaporesale.com.sg.Or call the Touristline (8am to 9pm):1800 736 2000 (toll free in Singapore) or (65) 6736 2000 (outside Singapore).

Shopping Malls - by district

Central

Anchorpoint370 Alexandra RoadSingapore 159953 www.fraserscentrepointmalls.com/malls/cp/index.aspNearest MRT: Queenstown

Bras Basah Complex231 Bain StreetSingapore 180231 Nearest MRT: Bras Basah

Bugis Junction 200 Victoria StreetSingapore 188021www.bugisjunction-mall.com.sgNearest MRT: Bugis

Centrepoint176 Orchard RoadSingapore 238843www.fraserscentrepointmalls.com/malls/cp/index.aspNearest MRT: Somerset

Chijmes30 Victoria StreetSingaporewww.chimes.com.sgNearest MRT: City Hall

China Square Central18 Cross StreetSingapore 048423 www.chinasquarecentral.comNearest MRT: Chinatown


Chinatown Point133 New Bridge RoadSingapore 059413Nearest MRT: Chinatown

Cineleisure Orchard8 Grange RoadSingapore 239695 www.cathay.com.sg/cl_storeguide.htmlNearest MRT: Somerset

CityLink Mall1 Raffles LinkSingapore 039393www.citylinkmall.com

Clarke Quay Singapore3 River Valley RoadSingapore 179024www.clarkequay.com.sgNearest MRT: Clarke Quay

Compass Point1 Sengkang SquareSingapore 545078Nearest MRT: Seng Kang

Delfi Orchard402 Orchard RoadSingapore 238876www.delfiorchard.comNearest MRT: Orchard

Esplanade Mall 8 Raffles AvenueSingaporewww.esplanade.com.sgNearest MRT: City Hall

Far East Plaza14 Scotts RoadSingapore 228213www.fareast-plaza.comNearest MRT: Orchard

Forum The Shopping Mall583 Orchard RoadSingapore 238884www.forumtheshoppingmall.com.sgNearest MRT: Orchard

Funan DigitaLife Mall109 North Bridge RoadSingapore 179097www.funan.com.sgNearest MRT: City Hall

Great World City1 Kim Seng PromenadeSingapore 237994www.greatworldcity.com.sgNearest MRT: Orchard. Cross to Marriot Hotel and take Great World City free shuttle bus or from Chinatown MRT at Upper Cross Street, take Great World City free shuttle bus.

The Heeren Shops260 Orchard RoadSingapore 238855 www.heeren.com.sgNearest MRT: Somerset or Orchard

Holland Road Shopping Centre211 Holland AvenueSingapore 278967Nearest MRT: Buona Vista and take SBS Transit 200

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Hougang Mall90 Hougang Ave 10Singapore 538766www.hougangmall.com.sgNearest MRT: Hougang

Icon Village12 Gopeng StreetSingapore 078877www.iconvillage.com.sgNearest MRT: Tanjong Pagar

Junction 89 Bishan PlaceSingapore 579837www.junction8.com.sgNearest MRT: Bishan Liang Court177 River Valley RoadSingapore 179030www.liangcourt.com.sgNearest MRT: City Hall and take bus NS25/ EW13 or Clarke Quay and bus E5

Liat Towers541 Orchard RoadSingapore 238881Nearest MRT: Orchard

Lucky Plaza304 Orchard RoadSingapore 238863 www.luckyplazashopping.comNearest MRT: Orchard

Marina Square6 Raffles BoulevardSingapore 039594www.marinasquare.com.sgNearest MRT: City Hall

Millenia Walk9 Raffles BoulevardSingapore 039596www.milleniawalk.comNearest MRT: City Hall

Mustafa Centre145 Syed Alwi RoadSingapore 207704www.mustafa.com.sgNearest MRT: Farrer Park

Ngee Ann City391 Orchard RoadSingapore 238873 www.ngeeanncity.com.sgNearest MRT: Orchard Orchard Emerald218 Orchard RoadSingapore 238851Nearest MRT: Somerset

OG Orchard Point160 Orchard RoadSingapore 238842 Nearest MRT: Somerset

Orchard Towers400 Orchard RoadSingapore 238875Nearest MRT: Orchard

OUB Centre1 Raffles PlaceSingapore 048616http://www.oubcentre.com.sgNearest MRT: Raffles Place

Palais Renaissance390 Orchard RoadSingapore 238871Nearest MRT: Orchard

Paragon290 Orchard RoadSingapore 238859www.paragonsc.com.sgNearest MRT: Orchard or Somerset

Park Mall9 Penang RoadSingapore 238459www.suntecreit.com/parkmallNearest MRT: Dhoby Gaut

Parkway Parade Shopping Centre80 Marine Parade RoadSingapore 449269www.parkwayparade.com.sgNearest MRT: Bedok MRT and then shuttle bus service, every 20 minutes

Peninsula Plaza111 North Bridge RoadSingapore 179098Nearest MRT: City Hall

People’s Park Centre101 Upper Cross StreetSingapore 058357Nearest MRT: Chinatown or Outram

People’s Park Complex1 Park RoadSingapore 059108Nearest MRT: Chinatown

Plaza Singapura68 Orchard RoadSingapore 238839www.plazasingapura.com.sgNearest MRT: Dhoby Gaut

Raffles City Shopping Centre 252 North Bridge RoadSingapore 179103www.rafflescity.comNearest MRT: City Hall

Robertson Walk11 Unity StreetSingapore 237995http://www.fraserscentrepointmalls.com/malldirectory_list.asp?mall=5Nearest MRT: Clarke Quay

Shaw Centre1 Scotts RdSingaporeNearest MRT: Orchard

Shaw House350 Orchard RdSingaporeNearest MRT: Orchard

Square 210 Sinaran DriveSingapore 307506www.square2.com.sgNearest MRT: Novena

Suntec City Mall 3 Temasek BoulevardSingapore 038985www.suntecreit.com/sunteccitymallNearest MRT: City Hall

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Tanglin Mall163 Tanglin RoadSingapore 247933 www.allgreen.com.sgNearest MRT: Orchard

Tanglin Shopping Centre19 Tanglin RoadSingapore 247909www.tanglinsc.com.sgNearest MRT: Orchard

C.K. Tangs310/20 Orchard RdSingapore 238864www.tangs.comNearest MRT: Orchard

The Cathay11 Unity StreetSingapore 237995www.thecathay.com.sgNearest MRT: Dhoby Gaut

Tiong Bahru Plaza302 Tiong Bahru Road Singapore 168732 www.tiongbahruplaza.com.sg Nearest MRT: Tiong Bahru

United Square Shopping Mall101 Thomson RdSingapore 307591www.unitedsquare.com.sgNearest MRT: Novena

Valley Point491 River Valley RoadSingapore 248371www.fraserscentrepointmalls.com/shopdi-rectory.asp?mall=6Nearest MRT: Tiong Bahru

Velocity@Novena Square Shopping Mall238 Thomson RoadSingapore 307683www.novenasquare.comNearest MRT: Novena

Wheelock Place501 Orchard RoadSingapore 238880www.wheelockproperties.comNearest MRT: Orchard

Wisma Atria Shopping Centre435 Orchard RoadSingapore 238877www.wismaonline.comNearest MRT: Orchard

East

Century Square2 Tampines Central 5Singapore 529509www.centurysquare.com.sgNearest MRT: Tampines

Eastpoint Mall Shopping Centre3 Simei St 6Singapore 528833 www.income.com.sg/shopmallNearest MRT: Simei

LeisurePark at Kallang5 Stadium WalkSingapore397693www.leisurepark.com.sgNearest MRT: Kallang and then take free shuttle bus service

Tampines Mall4 Tampines Central 5Singapore 529510www.tampinesmall.com.sgNearest MRT: Tampines

Whitesand1 Pasir Ris Central Street 3Singapore 518457www.whitesands.com.sgNearest MRT: Pasar Ris

West

IMM Building2 Jurong East Street 21Singapore 609601www.immg.sgNearest MRT: Jurong East

Jurong Point Shopping Centre1 Jurong West Central 2Singapore 648886Nearest MRT: Boon Lay

West Mall1 Bukit Batok Central LinkSingaporewww.westmall.com.sgNearest MRT: Bukit Batok

South

Vivo City1 HarbourFront WalkSingapore 098585www.vivocity.com.sgNearest MRT: Harbourfront

North

AMK Hub53 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 3Singapore 569933www.amkhub.com.sgNearest MRT: Ang Mo Kio

Causeway Point1 Woodlands SquareSingapore 738099www.fraserscentrepointmalls.com/shopdi-rectory.asp?mall=2Nearest MRT: Woodlands

Northpoint930 Yishun Avenue 2Singapore 769098www.fraserscentrepointmalls.com/shopdi-rectory.asp?mall=3Nearest MRT: Yishun

Lot One Shoppers’ Mall21 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4Singapore 689812www.capitalandretail.com/malls_sg_lotone.htmlNearest MRT: Choa Chu Kang

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Emergency Numbers

• Emergency/Accident/Police 999• Emergencies/Ambulance/Fire: 995• ISD Counter Terrorism Centre: 1800 262 6473• Police Hotline: 1800 255 0000 (toll-free)• Traffic Police: 6547 0000• Traffic Watch: 1800 222 2233• AAS Emergency Road Service: 6748 9911• AA Auto: 6296 6711

Useful Telephone Numbers

• Non-emergency ambulance: 1777• Flight Information (24-hours): 1800 542 4422 (toll-free)• Tourism Information (24-hours): 1800 736 2000 (toll-free)• International Direct Dialing 001• Directory Assistance: 6777 7777 or 100• Time of day: 1711• Weather: 6542 7788

Dial-A-Cab

• Comfort CabLink: 6552 1111• Citicab (Cash): 6552 2222• Citicab (Credit Card): 6553 8888• Premier Taxis: 6363 6888• SMRT Taxis: 6555 8888• Silver Cab: 6363 6888• Smart Automobile: 6485 7700• Trans-Cab Services: 6555 3333

Mass Transit

• SBS Transit: 1800 287 2727• www.sbstransit.com.sg• SMRT: 1800 336 8900• Transit Link: 1800 225 5663

Key Telephone Numbers


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With accreditation to Singapore, resident & non-resident*(as of 29 May 2009)

Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan2-2-1 AzabudaiMinato-ku, Tokyo 106-0041 Japan Japan Tel : +81 (3) 5574 7611 Consular Tel : +81 (3) 5574 7612 Fax : +81 (3) 5574 0195 Open : 9.30 am to 5.30 pm, Mon to Fri 9.30 am to 12 pm, Mon & FriEmail : [email protected]

Embassy of the Kingdom of Bahrain100/66-67 31st Floor Sathorn Nakom Tower North Sathorn RoadSilom Bangrak Bangkok 10500 Thailand Tel : +66 26367 8926, +66 26369 4679Fax : +66 2536 7459Open : 8 am to 4 pm, Mon to Fri Email : [email protected]

High Commission for the People’s Republic of Bangladesh 91 Bencoolen Street#06-01, Sunshine PlazaSingapore 189652 Tel : +65 6255 0075 (Chancery), 6253 0790 (Consular)Fax : +65 6255 1824Open : 9 am to 5 pm, Mon to FriEmail : [email protected] : www.bangladesh.org.sg

Asian Consulates, Embassies & High Commissions


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Embassy of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea7500 Beach Road#09-320 The PlazaSingapore 199591Tel : +65 6440 3498Fax : +65 6348 2026Open : 9 am to 12 pm, 2 pm to 6 pm, Mon to FriEmail : [email protected]

High Commission of India31 Grange RoadIndia HouseSingapore 239702Tel : +65 6737 6777, +65 6238 2537, +65 6238 2528 (After working hours)Fax : +65 6732 6909Open : 9 am to 1 pm, 1.30 pm to 5.30 pm, Mon to Fri Email : [email protected] Website : www.embassyofindia.com

Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia7 Chatsworth RoadSingapore 249761Tel : +65 6737 7422Fax : +65 6737 5037, 6235 5783Open : 9 am to 1 pm, 2 pm to 5 pm, Mon to Thu 9 am to 12.30 pm, 2.30 pm to 5 pm, FriEmail : [email protected] : www.kbrisingapura.com

Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Foreign Affairs, TehranKooshk-e Mesri St., Ferdowsi Avenue Iran, Islamic Republic of Tel : +98 (21) 6674 2611, +98 (21) 6115 3388Fax : +98 (21) 6673 8078 Open : 8 am to 4 pm, Mon to Fri Email : [email protected]

Royal Bhutanese Embassy375/1 Soi RatchadanivejPracha-Uthit Road Samsen NokHuay Kwang Bangkok 10320 Thailand Thailand Tel : +66 (2) 274 4740, +66 (2) 274 4741, +66 (2) 274 4742 Fax : +66 (2) 274 4743 Open : 9 am to 5 pm, Mon to FriEmail : [email protected]

High Commission of Brunei Darussalam325 Tanglin RoadSingapore 247955Tel : +65 6733 9055, +65 6733 0664, +65 6733 2457Fax : +65 6737 5275, +65 6737 4928Open : 8.30 am to 12.30 pm, 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm, Mon to Thu 8.30 am to 12 pm, 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm, Fri

Royal Embassy of Cambodia400 Orchard Road#10-03/04 Orchard Towers Singapore 238875 Tel : +65 6341 9785, 6238 0429Fax : +65 6341 9201Open : 9 am to 12 pm, 1.30 pm to 5 pm, Mon to FriEmail : [email protected] : www.recambodia.net

Embassy of the People’s Republic of China150 Tanglin RoadSingapore 247969Tel : +65 6418 0224, +65 6418 0252 (Protocol & Administration) 6418 0328, 6418 0333, 6418 0343 (Consular)Fax : +65 6734 4737 (Protocol & Administration), 6479 5345 (Consular)Open : 9 am to 12 pm, 2.30 pm to 5 pm, Mon to FriConsular Hour : 9 am to 11.30 am, 3 pm to 4 pm (Collection only), Mon to FriEmail : [email protected] : http://www.chinaembassy.org.sg

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Embassy of the Republic of Korea47 Scotts Road#08-00 Goldbell TowerSingapore 228233Tel : +65 6256 1188Fax : +65 6254 3191Open : 8.30 am to 12.30 pm, 2 pm to 5 pm, Mon to FriEmail : [email protected] : http://sgp.mofat.go.kr

Embassy of the State of Kuwaitc/o The Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore, 7 Raffles AvenueSuite 3108 Singapore 039799 Tel : +65 6884 7401 Fax : +65 6434 5387 Open : 9 am to 12 pm, 1 pm to 4 pm, Mon to FriConsular Hour : 9 am to 12.30 pm (for application) 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm (for collection), Mon to FriEmail : [email protected]

Embassy of the Kyrgyz RepublicH-10/11, King’s Garden Villas, No. 18, Xiao Yun RoadChaoyang District 100125 BeijingChina Tel : +86 (10) 6468 1292, 6468 1295, 6468 1295, 6468 1297, 6468 1348 Fax : +86 (10) 6468 1291 Open : 9 am to 1 pm, 3 pm to 7 pm, Mon to FriEmail : [email protected]

Embassy of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic51 Newton Road#13-04/05 Goldhill PlazaSingapore 308900Tel : +65 6250 6044, 6250 6741Fax : +65 6250 6014Open : 9 am to 12.30 pm, 2 pm to 5.30 pm, Mon to FriEmail : [email protected]

Embassy of the Republic of Iraq38 Jl Teuku Umar MentengJakarta Pusat 10350Indonesia Tel : +62 (21) 390 4067, 390 4068, 3904069 Fax : +62 (21) 390 4066Open : 8.30 am to 3 pm, Mon to Thu 8.30 am to 1 pm, FriEmail : [email protected]

Embassy of Japan16 Nassim RoadSingapore 258390Tel : +65 6235 8855Fax : +65 6733 1039Open : 8.30 am to 12 pm, 1.30 pm to 3.30 pm, Mon to Fri 8.30 am to12 pm, 1.30 pm to 4 pm, Mon to Fri (Consular Section)Email : [email protected] : http://www.sg.emb-japan.go.jp

Embassy of the Hashemite Kingdom of JordanArtha Graha Building, 9th Floor, Kawasan SCBDJl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 52-53, Jakarta 12190IndonesiaTel : +62 (21) 515 3483, 515 3484 Fax : +62 (21) 515 3482 Open : 9 am to 3 pm, Mon to Thu 9 am to 2 pm, FriEmail : [email protected] Website : www.jordanembassy.or.id

Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan20 Raffles Place#14-06 Ocean Towers Singapore 048620 Tel : +65 6536 6100, 6536 2367, 6536 1407 (Consular)Fax : +65 6438 8990, 6538 0803 (Consular) Open : 9 am to 1 pm, 2.30 pm to 6.30 pm, Mon to FriConsular Hours : 9 am to 11 am, Mon, Wed & Fri Email : [email protected] : http://www.kazakhstan.org.sg

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Embassy of the Union of Myanmar15 St. Martin’s DriveSingapore 257996Tel : +65 6735 6576 (6 lines)Fax : +65 6735 6236 Open : 9 am to 1 pm, 2 pm to 5 pm, Mon to FriEmail : [email protected]

Consulate-General of the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal1 North Bridge Road#18-05 High Street Centre Singapore 179094 Tel : +65 6336 1677Fax : +65 6337 1737

Embassy of the Sultanate of OmanEP 10 & 11, Chandragupta Marg, ChanakyapuriNew Delhi 110021IndiaTel : +91 (11) 2688 5622, 2688 5623 +91 (11) 2688 5630, 2688 5631 (Cultural Division) Fax : +91 (11) 2688 5621, +91 (11) 2688 5629 (Cultural Division) Open : 9 am to 3 pm, Mon to FriEmail : [email protected]

High Commission for the Islamic Republic of Pakistan1 Scotts Road#24-02/04 Shaw CentreSingapore 228028Tel : +65 6737 6988Fax : +65 6737 4096Open : 9 am to 1 pm, 2 pm to 5 pm, Mon to Thu 9 am to 1 pm, 2.30 pm to 5 pm, FriEmail : [email protected] : www.parep.org.sg

Consulate of the Republic of Lebanon, SingaporeNo. 3 Temasek Avenue#31-01 Centennial TowerSingapore 039190Tel : +65 6333 1614Fax : +65 6333 1467Open : 10 am to 4 pm, Mon to Fri

High Commission of Malaysia301 Jervois RoadSingapore 249077Tel : +65 6235 0111Fax : +65 6733 6135Open : 8 am to 1 pm, 2 pm to 3.15 pm, Mon to Thu 8 am to 12.15 pm, 2.15 pm to 3.15 pm, FriConsular Hours : 8 am to 12.30 pm, 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm, Mon to Thu 8 am to 12.30 pm, 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm, FriEmail : [email protected]

High Commission of the Republic of Maldives101 Thomson Road#30-01A United Square Singapore 307591Tel : +65 6720 9012 Fax : +65 6720 9015Open : 9.30 am to 12 pm, 1.30 to 5 pm, Mon to Fri Email : [email protected] : www.maldiveshighcommission.sg

Embassy of Mongolia600 North Bridge Road#24-08 Parkview Square Singapore 188778 Tel : +65 6348 0745 Fax : +65 6348 1753Open : 9 am to 5.30 pm, Mon to FriEmail : [email protected] Website : www.mongoliaembassysingapore.com

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Chinese Taipei Representative Office460 Alexandra Road#23-00 PSA BuildingSingapore 119963Tel : +65 6278 6511Fax : +65 6278 9962Open : 9 am to 12.30 pm, 1.30 pm to 5 pm, Mon to FriEmail : [email protected] : www.cetra.org.tw

Royal Thai Embassy370 Orchard Rd. Singapore 238870Tel : +65 6737 2158, 6737 2644, 6737 2475, 6737 2476Fax : +65 732 0778Open : 9.30 am to 12.30 pm, 2 pm to 5 pm, Mon to Fri Email : [email protected] : www.thaiembsingapore.org

Embassy of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Lestec/o Ministry of Foreign Affairs of theDemocratic Republic of Timor-Leste, Avenida Praia dos Coquerios, Dili Timor-LesteTel : +670 333 1237 Fax : +670 333 1238 Email : [email protected], [email protected] Website : www.mnec.gov.tl www.timor-leste.gov.tl

Embassy of the United Arab Emirates600 North Bridge Road#09-01/05 Parkview Square Singapore 188778Tel : +65 6238 8206Fax : +65 6238 0081Open : 9 am to 4 pm, Mon to Thu 9 am to 12 pm, 2.30 pm to 4 pm, FriEmail : [email protected] : www.uaeembassy-sg.com

Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines20 Nassim RoadSingapore 258395Tel : +65 6737 3977 (Chancery & Consular Section)Fax : +65 6733 9544 (Chancery & Consular Section)Open : 8.30 am to 12.30 pm, 1.30 pm to 5.30 pm, Sun to ThuConsular Hours : 9 am to 12.30 pm, 1.30 pm to 5 pm Email : [email protected] (Chancery & Consular)Website : www.philippine-embassy.org.sg/

Embassy of the State of Qatar8 Temasek Boulevard#41-02 Suntec Tower 3Singapore 038988Tel : +65 6836 5731 Fax : +65 6835 7201Consular Hours : 9 am to 12 pm (Submission of documents) 3 pm to 4 pm (Collection)

Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia163 Penang Road#03-02/03 Winsland House IISingapore 238463Tel : +65 6734 5878, 6734 5879, 6734 5876Fax : +65 6738 5291, 6734 0624Open : 9 am to 4 pm, Mon to Thu 9 am to 12.30 pm, 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm, Fri

High Commission of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka51 Newton Road#13-07/12 Goldhill PlazaSingapore 308900Tel : +65 6254 4595, 6254 4596, 6254 4597Fax : +65 6250 7201Open : 9 am to 1 pm, 2 pm to 5.15 pm, Mon to FriEmail : [email protected]

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Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan20 Kramat Lane #04-01United House Singapore 228773 Tel : +65 6734 3942, 6734 3943 Fax : +65 6734 5849Email : [email protected] : www.uzbekistan.org.sg

Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam10 Leedon ParkSingapore 267887Tel : +65 6462 5938, Fax : +65 6468 9863 (Protocol Affairs), 6462 5936 (Consular Affairs)Open : 8.30 am to 12 pm, 2.30 pm to 5.30 pm, Mon to Fri

Embassy of the Republic of YemenJl Yusuf Adiwinata 29, MentengJakarta Pusat 10310 IndonesiaTel : +62 (21) 390 4074, 310 8029, 310 8035Fax : +62 (21) 390 4946Open : 8 am to 3 pm, Mon to Fri

* Inquiries for Hong Kong & Macau should be directed to the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China. The Syrian Arab Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and the State of Palestine do not have official representative offices in or with Singapore.

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