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Kallang

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8 story sections11 min 30 s in all
History & cultureBY TELLBY

Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Kallang1:40

    Welcome to Kallang, a district that arguably possesses one of the most layered and dynamic historical narratives in all of Singapore. Situated at the heart of the nation's central region, Kallang is universally recognized today…

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  2. 2The Old Airport Gateway and Historical Terraforming1:28

    We commence our journey standing before the evocative remnants of the Old Kallang Airport gateway. These concrete structures are silent sentinels to a pivotal era in Singapore's history. …

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  3. 3Sims Avenue and the Urban Artery1:28

    As we proceed along Sims Avenue, following the trajectory of the elevated MRT tracks, we immerse ourselves in the gritty, vital reality of Singapore's urban transport network. This avenue, operating as a major one-way artery,…

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  4. 4Dragon Boating on the Kallang Basin1:25

    We now shift our gaze toward the expansive waters of the Kallang Basin, the undisputed beating heart of Singapore's dragon boat community. This sport is not merely a physical exercise; it is a profound cultural tradition with…

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  5. 5Culinary Heritage at Old Kallang Airport Food Centre1:27

    After witnessing the physical exertion on the water, it is imperative to explore how this community refuels. We arrive at the legendary Old Kallang Airport Food Centre. …

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  6. 6The Centripetal Force of Traditional Gasing1:24

    Tucked away within the quiet housing estates of Kallang, we encounter a beautiful anachronism: the practice of Gasing, or traditional Malay top spinning. This game was once ubiquitous in the Malay villages, or kampongs, across…

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  7. 7Industrial Cafes and Urban Canvas1:29

    We conclude our exploration in the unexpected enclaves of Kallang's industrial zones. Hidden among warehouses and factories, you will find establishments like Musketeers Coffee, a cafe that specifically chose this raw, industrial…

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  8. 8Kallang1:09

    Our extensive journey through Kallang has drawn to a close. We have traversed a landscape defined by dramatic transformations—from a primordial swamp to an imperial aviation hub, and finally into a vibrant residential and…

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What is Kallang?

Kallang is a place in 중앙 주 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
Location중앙 주
TypeActivity
Story sections8
Total length11 min 30 s in all
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates1.3108, 103.8656
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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