At the heart of Chinatown lies Kreta Ayer (meaning “bullock cart water” in Malay), where trade and activities abound. In the old days, it was Kreta Ayer that housed the gambling and opium dens, brothels, restaurants and theatres. Its concentration of entertainment and night life earned itself the nickname “Bu Yeh Tien” – literally “the sky that is never dark”.
Bound by the bustling South Bridge Road and New Bridge Road, and traversed by streets like Mosque, Smith, Pagoda, Temple, Sago, Banda and Trengganu, Kreta Ayer is a hub of activity, particularly during Chinese New Year where street vendors hawk their ware, from paper talismans and traditional costumes to Chinese pastries and snacks.
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| Do check out the Chinatown Food Street for a great night dining experience al fresco style admist the shophouses in Chinatown, and the Chinatown Night Market for great bargains at the open air street market! |
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