These are the entries that were successfully accepted for the “Snapshots of Heritage” Photography competition.
To participate in the competition, please submit your entry via email to ourshutterjourney@live.com.sg by Sunday, 19 June 2016 before 11.59pm together with your NRIC, contact number & caption.)
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Accepted Entries 001 to 050
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Entry: 001
Image by: Emily Xu
Caption: Dakota is a place I never heard before until the news of demolishing the area came about. Singapore to me is a place of ever changing faces. Never would I thought there would be a place that was kept untouched for so many years. A walk here brought back many fond childhood memories.
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Entry: 002
Image by: Jimmy Chia
Caption: Chinese Art – Chinese calligraphy is not new to older generation but not the new generation. The skill requires the knowledge for the chinese character stroke, strength control, the font type and imprint some art within as well its meaning.
Photo taken from HDB 8th floor height.
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Entry: 003
Image by: Jimmy Chia
Caption: St Andrew’s Cathedral of Singapore is a well-preserved historical landmark.
It’s unique architecture design distinct itself from other similar religious building. This photo was captured after a heavy rain in the evening.
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Entry: 004
Image by: Jonathan Chua
Caption: Playground of Dakota Crescent. I stayed in this wonderful estate since I was born until I got married and shifted out at the age of 28. This is not the original playground that I saw it during my early childhood, this current playground was built when I was about 5 years old. When I was young I always told my Grandma that I am going to play at the “see-saw “. I believe those who grew there will know where is “ seesaw “.
Many memories – we played and fought there. We also laughed and cried there. It is a pity that this place is going to be urbanized soon. I sincerely hope that this playground will be preserved as a heritage icon of Dakota Crescent.
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Entry: 005
Image by: Eng Choon Siong
Caption: Clarke Quay is also the name in Hokkien as “Gi Hok Kong Si Au”, meaning “behind the new Gi Hok Kongsi” (house).
In my childhood memory, the river was always full of Bumboats and many families literally live on the boats. This is a very busy harbour where cargoes were unloaded and reloaded to the bumboats. They played a very important role in Singapore sea- trading history from 18th Century to the Mid 20th Century.
The Conservation project for the Singapore River has converted Clarke Quay’s various warehouses to commercial offices, restaurants and nightclubs.
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Entry: 006
Image by: Chui Yam Keng
Caption: Elgin Bridge – Elgin Bridge is one bridge which I have to traverse daily as a student from South Bridge Road to North Bridge to my school at Bras Basah back in the 70s and yes buses in those days are non air-con and being stuck in a traffic jam is hell. The bridge was completed in 1929 after nearly four years of construction, named after Lord Elgin the Governor General of India (1862 – 1863) prior to this a series of wooden and iron bridges stood in it’s place.
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Entry: 007
Image by: Eng Choon Siong
Caption: Abdul Gafoor Mosque also known as Dunlop Street Mosque – was founded to serve the spiritual needs of Tamil Muslim immigrants from South India who traded in Kampong Kapor, as well as Baweanese who worked at the old race course at the nearby Farrer Park. The Mosque is surrounded by colourful shophouses in the Little India district. I love the external charming architecture, hope one day able to visit the internal prayer hall.
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Entry: 008
Image by: Eng Choon Siong
Caption: Cavenagh Bridge is the only suspended bridge and among one of the oldest bridges in Singapore. It is located right beside Fullerton Hotel and Anderson Bridge towards the end of the Singapore River. Built in 1870 to commemorate Singapore’s new Crown colony of the Straits Settlements status in 1867, it is the oldest bridge in Singapore that exists in its original form.
Cavenagh Bridge is currently a pedestrian bridge, with lighting added in the 1990s5 to accentuate its architectural features at nightfall.
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Entry: 009
Image by: Woon Wai Meng
Caption: It felt like it was just yesterday while I was walking home after alighting from the school bus. I remember vividly whenever I looked up from this angle, my mum will be looking down from the corridor on the 7th floor waiting for me to be home. Standing right here again, the memories of me lugging my school bag while waving to my waiting mum replayed itself. The only difference now is, I am an adult now.
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Entry: 010
Image by: Eng Choon Siong
Caption: A capture of the Dragon Dance Drummer and his partner the Gong player.
Dragon dance (simplified Chinese: 舞龙) is a form of traditional dance and performance in Chinese culture. Like the lion dance it is most often seen at festive celebrations. The dance is performed by a team of dancers who manipulate a long flexible figure of a dragon using poles positioned at regular intervals along the length of the dragon. To be very successful in the dance, the head of the Dragon must be able to coordinate with the body movement to match the timing of the drum.
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Entry: 011
Image by: Eng Choon Siong
Caption: The Dragon Dance Drummer and his partner the Gong player.
Dragon dance (simplified Chinese: 舞龙) is a form of traditional dance and performance in Chinese culture. Like the lion dance it is most often seen at festive celebrations. The dance is performed by a team of dancers who manipulate a long flexible figure of a dragon using poles positioned at regular intervals along the length of the dragon. To be very successful in the dance, the head of the Dragon must be able to coordinate with the body movement to match the timing of the drum.
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Entry: 012
Image by: Eng Choon Siong
Caption: Masjid Sultan – also known as Sultan Mosque, is located at the intersection of Muscat Street and North Bridge Road within the Kampong Glam vicinity. The mosque is considered one of the most important mosque in Singapore and features a prayer hall which can accommodate up to 5000 people for mass prayers. This is one of the favorite tourist attraction in Singapore.
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Entry: 013
Image by: Chui Yam Keng
Caption: Peranakan Literature – Being a “half passed six” Peranakan I must confess: no, I can’t speak a single word of Bahasa Melayu let alone read and understand what’s in this book. Babas as we are commonly called share a unique lifestyle mix of Chinese, Malay and European culture in the clothes we wear, food we cook, architectural styles, language and literature. The photograph shows a volume of the Chinese literature classic, The Water Margin. Translated in a mix of Malay and romanised Chinese Hokkien dialect.
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Entry: 014
Image by: Trisha Lim
Caption: Old Supreme Court Building – this building reminds me of those drama series I watched on TV especially HK TVB dramas whereby lawyers and judges go to when they are handling big law suits. What I wasn’t aware is that its one of the most magnificent building that is the LAST structure in the style of classical architecture built during the days of British colony in 1823.
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Entry: 015
Image by: Trisha Lim
Caption: City Hall built in between 1926 to 1929 and was known as Principal Building. During World War II, when the Japanese occupied Singapore, they managed the civic issues from this building as well as political affairs. Today its one of the popular location for wedding couples taking their pre-wedding photo album as well as many graduates from various universities taking photos in their graduation robe. Re-opened in 2015 together with the Old Supreme Court its now the National Art Gallery.
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Entry: 016
Image by: Chui Yam Keng
Caption: Peranankan Porcelain II – Normal meals are no less important in a family. I remember my grandfather always pointed out that unless one in involved in business of the day, everyone in the family must sit in together for the dinner. Nobody wants to incur the wraith of grandpa.
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Entry: 017
Image by: Chua Yang Kiat
Caption: National Museum of Singapore – one of the oldest building and most iconic landmark of Singapore. It was built back in 1849. It had been Raffles Library and a Museum. It was later named Singapore National Museum in 1965. This building is the definitive heritage of Singapore as it witnessed the change of Singapore from a 3rd world state until we became a first world country today.
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Entry: 018
Image by: Chui Yam Keng
Caption: Peranakan Porcelain – Affluent Peranakan families often commission pottery makers in China to create porcelain wares that are unique in design and often not found in shops locally. Motifs used in Peranakan porcelain often shows auspicious plants and animals such as those featured in the photograph – the Phoenix, a matriarchal symbol of the Peranakan lady of the household and the Peony for Wealth and Good Luck. Table wares like these are often used in elaborate Tok Panjang feasts like weddings and special occasions. For a child these occasions are often chances to meet relatives and friends whom we seldom see.
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Entry: 019
Image by: Chui Yam Keng
Caption: St. Joseph’s Institution – St. Joseph’s was founded in 1852 as the first missionary establishment of the La Salle Brothers in the Far East. On 19 March 1855, the cornerstone of St. Joseph’s Institution was laid at it’s Bras Basah campus, One hundred and twenty-one years later, a boy – yours truly was enrolled as a student. St. Joseph’s my Alma Mater where friendship and fond memories were made.
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Entry: 020
Image by: Soh Chui Lian
Caption: Ma Zu (Goddness of the Sea), Celebrating the Birthday of Ma Zu on Chinese calender 23rd of third month. Thian Hock Keng temple is one of the oldest and most important Hokkien temple in Singapore. It was visited by Chinese immigrants giving thanks to Ma Zu (Goddness of the Sea) for their safe voyage. Sincere Believers!
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Entry: 021
Image by: Soh Chui Lian
Caption: Ma Zu (Goddness of the Sea), Celebrating the Birthday of Ma Zu on Chinese calender 23rd of third month. Thian Hock Keng temple is one of the oldest and most important Hokkien temple in Singapore. It was visited by Chinese immigrants giving thanks to Ma Zu (Goddness of the Sea) for their safe voyage. Sincere Believers!
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Entry: 022
Image by: Tan Jun Hao
Caption: Since 1962 when the motor bus system was implemented, North Bridge Road was then known as the “Big Horse Way”. Government started building a lot of HDB flat for Singaporeans, one of HDB estate called Crawford Court is located at Crawford Lane just opposite North Bridge Road. Crawford Court is well known to many locals especially this place have a lot of good local food examples like Tai Hwa pork noodle and probably the best western food (my favorite) in Singapore – and a lot more for you to find out.
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Entry: 023
Image by: Tan Jun Hao
Caption: SINGAPURA – THE LION CITY we have come a long way, from a small fishing village in the 1800s, Singapore became an independent Republic in 1965. Back then, many say Singapore will not make it, just look at Singapore now. This is a city that will never stop growing .
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Entry: 024
Image by: Vince Tan
Caption: Pulau Ubin was formerly a cluster of 5 smaller islands separated by tidal rivers. Local Malays once called the island “Pulau Batu Ubin” or “Granite Stone island”. This is because, in the old days, the granite from the island was quarried to make floor tiles or jubin in Malay. The name of the island was later shortened to Pulau Ubin. In the 16th century, Ubin was part of the Johor-Riau Empire. The earliest inhabitants of the island were the Orang Laut (or “Sea People”) and indigenous Malays of Bugis and Javanese origins.
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Entry: 025
Image by: Vince Tan
Caption: Kampong Buangkok throws them back to a different time. It was first established in 1956 when Sng Teow Koon, a traditional Chinese medicine seller, bought the piece of land it now sits on. In the 1960s, it was home to as many as 40 families, many of whom worked at the nearby Woodbridge Hospital or factories. The kampong occupies roughly three football fields and it is still privately held by Mr Sng’s descendants. Today, less than 30 Chinese and Malay families call it home.
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Entry: 026
Image by: Vince Tan
Caption: Kampong Buangkok throws them back to a different time. It was first established in 1956 when Sng Teow Koon, a traditional Chinese medicine seller, bought the piece of land it now sits on. In the 1960s, it was home to as many as 40 families, many of whom worked at the nearby Woodbridge Hospital or factories. The kampong occupies roughly three football fields and it is still privately held by Mr Sng’s descendants. Today, less than 30 Chinese and Malay families call it home.
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Entry: 027
Image by: Vince Tan
Caption: Kampong Buangkok throws them back to a different time. It was first established in 1956 when Sng Teow Koon, a traditional Chinese medicine seller, bought the piece of land it now sits on. In the 1960s, it was home to as many as 40 families, many of whom worked at the nearby Woodbridge Hospital or factories. The kampong occupies roughly three football fields and it is still privately held by Mr Sng’s descendants. Today, less than 30 Chinese and Malay families call it home.
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Entry: 028
Image by: Cindy S.
Caption: This grande dame is a reminder of our colonial past under the rule of the British. But at a personal level, the Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall is a place that holds special memories in my heart. I remembered I was wrecked with nervousness every time I came here for my yearly piano examinations (from the 1980s to early 1990s). It was also the place where I had my first public performance as a symphonic band member in my secondary school days. It was an exciting time for us all as we finally got to showcase our talent after many months of grueling practice.
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Entry: 029
Image by: Cindy S.
Caption: This iconic dragon playground which is situated at Toa Payoh Lorong 6, is one of the few remaining sand-filled playgrounds in Singapore. It speaks of a bygone era where playing marbles and hopscotch were popular activities for children. I can vividly recall having fun in the sand and running around the playground with my brothers in those carefree childhood years.
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Entry: 030
Image by: Cindy S.
Caption: Roasted duck rice and kway chap are two very popular dishes sold at the hawker centres. Kway chap is usually served with tofu, eggs, fatty pieces of pork, pig offal and a small side of preserved vegetables. These are my favourite local food and I simply can’t live without them!
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Entry: 031
Image by: Gary Chow
Caption: Preserving the tradition – Lao Sai Tao Yuan is formed in the early 1900 centuries, it is the last few surviving Opera Troupe in Singapore. It is currently run by the 6th generation troupe leader supported by her daughter. This is a tradition that needs to preserve and to protect. It is our identity, our heritage.
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Entry: 032
Image by: Gary Chow
Caption: Preserving the tradition – Lao Sai Tao Yuan is formed in the early 1900 centuries, it is the last few surviving Opera Troupe in Singapore. It is currently run by the 6th generation troupe leader supported by her daughter. This is a tradition that needs to preserve and to protect. It is our identity, our heritage.
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Entry: 033
Image by: Trisha Lim
Caption: Fullerton Building was one of the most important landmarks in CBD area which completed construction in mid-1928. I used to pass by here when I was in my 20s and that time it was already fully vacated before it got renovated into Fullerton Hotel. What I remembered most about it was Singapore Post where all of Singapore’s mails were being handled or managed before going to various addresses. Other significant event that took place around here was our former PM Lee Kuan Yew rally speech in December 1984.
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Entry: 034
Image by: Trisha Lim
Caption: Victoria Concert Hall – when I was young, there wasn’t really many choices of venues to go when I wanted to watch a play, concert or musical. So the Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall (VTCH) along Empress Place was really one of the most happening places for me when some of the famous international musicals came to perform in this venue because I would get so excited on the day I was going there.
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Entry: 035
Image by: Koh Lye Huat
Caption: Now Fairfield Methodist Church, then Metropole Theatre.
During the 60s’ my first paid job was running film (transporting the film roll) from Metropole Theatre to Marlborough Theatre at Beach Road or Venus Theatre at Queenstown for a humble salary of $ 4.00 per day through 4 screening time. And upon arrival at the theatre to deliver the film, runner like me was not allowed to take lift but run on foot to the projector room. Go figure why.
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Entry: 036
Image by: Koh Lye Huat
Caption: Now Maxwell Chambers, then Department of Custom & Excise.
My first permanent full-time job was with a transport company during the early 70s’ doing declaration of custom duty permit for goods which are taxable for the importation into Singapore. This company was servicing with clients mostly from the Oil drilling and gases industries.
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Entry: 037
Image by: Gary Chow
Caption: Thaipusam is one of the most celebrated thanksgiving festival in Singapore by the Hindu community. It is a special day for devotees to celebrate the fulfillment of their vows.
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Entry: 038
Image by: Koh Lye Huat
Caption: Now Red Dot Traffic, then Traffic Police Headquaters. Lots of my peers will remember this building especially the driving community that is where we took our driving lesson and did the test there. The PDL (Provisional Driving License) was a little red book back then. Till today, I still have my mother-in-law’s little red book with me, mine was however missing and couldn’t be found till this day.
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Entry: 039
Image by: Koh Lye Huat
Captions: Now Commercial office spaces, then: Shophouse residents & shops.
Petain Road is known for its conserved shophouses built in 1930 for businessman Mohammad haji Omar. In its heydays, lots of vice activities mushroomed around Flanders Square which is a stone throw away from Petain Road. The most common name for that notorious place is call Keen Chio Kar translated into foot of banana tree.
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Entry: 040
Image by: Chui Yam Keng
Caption: Trade – the life blood of our nation – Our family used to run a butchery business in Chinatown supplying meat to restaurants and various walk-in customers. As a kid I remembered following my grandfather and father on their rounds to the abattoir in the early mornings to collect fresh slaughtered beef back to the shop ready for the business of the day. Though an insignificant trade but it is a part of our economy. Featured in the photograph a Bond certificate circa early 1900s.
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Entry: 041
Image by: Koh Lye Huat
Caption: This restaurant had been around as long as I can remember. Long ago they were operating at a coffee shop call Sin Chew at the corner of Queen Street and Albert Street when I had my first permanent job in a transport company located at 43, Albert Street back in the early 70s’. It is where now Fu Lu Shou Complex now stands. Every last day of the Chinese Lunar calendar month we would order food from them for offering after that every staff and workers will gather around and have a feast. The building looks run down but you can still taste the most authentic Hokkien cuisine recipes today.
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Entry: 042
Image by: Eugene Toh
Caption: Pending Edit.
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Entry: 043
Image by: Jonathan Chua
Caption: Taken this photo in a heritage site – the Thian Hock Keng chinese temple. This is one of the oldest and most important Hokkien temple in Singapore.The lion dance is a traditional performance during any Chinese occasion or celebration. Such as Chinese New Year and other Chinese traditional, cultural and religious festivals. It may also be performed at important occasions such as business opening events, special celebrations not only for the celebration also will bring in good fortune and prosperity.
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Entry: 044
Image by: Marcellus Wee
Captions: The colourful Joo Chiat Shophouses are an iconic landmark in Katong. These are buildings that I see everyday from my youth to today. What was once dilapidated shells, it had since been reborn in colours compared to yesterday. It had never fail to bring a smile to my face when I pass these buildings on my way to work everyday. It is an example how the past can be integrated beautifully in today’s modern world. I like this ‘toy’ version as it marries my favourite childhood toy with my favourite building in my neighbourhood.
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Entry: 045
Image by: Gary Chow
Caption: Thaipusam is one of the most celebrated thanksgiving festival in Singapore by the Hindu community. It is a special day for devotees to celebrate the fulfillment of their vows.
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Entry: 046
Image by: Gary Chow
Caption: One of Singapore’s most decorated temple, the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple. I am always amazed by how grand is this temple, both internal and external. it is a beautiful fortress in it’s own rights.
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Entry: 047
Image by: Gary Chow
Caption: Lim Chee Guan “Bak Kwa” is one of Singaporeans’ favourite place to buy “Bak Kwa” during every Lunar New Year. There are always a long Q outside this store, the Q sometime can last for hours and hours.
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Entry: 048
Image by: Gary Chow
Caption: The Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall is a complex that consist of 2 towers joined by a common corridor. The oldest tower was built in 1862 by the English. It has gone through many facelifts and renovation both internally and externally. The most recent project was a 4 years renovation project started in 2010 and has been completed in 2014.
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Entry: 049
Image by: Jaya Suryana
Caption: This is a photo of Old Tiong Bahru taken from the top of Tan Boon Liat Building at night. Tiong Bahru is one of the oldest housing estates in Singapore. It was the first project undertaken by the Singapore Improvement Trust (SIT), a government body administered by the British colonial authority, to provide for mass public housing in Singapore. The main estate consists of about 30 apartment blocks with a total of over 900 units and also high-rise HDB flats and condominiums along Boon Tiong Road, Jalan Membina and Kim Tian Road surrounding the main estate. The apartment blocks in the main estate are made up of two to five-storey flats and the units are assorted three to five-room apartments.
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Entry: 050
Image by: Kennedy Lim
Caption: Rocher Centre – “WE HAVE MOVED” – 4 blocks of colorful HDB flats will become history soon. Due to be demolished this for development, many of the shops there have since moved out although most of the shops are still operating at level 1 & 2. Residents wise, many had relocated while some of the residents are still living there to its last day.
Farewell, Rochor Centre.
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