A place in which delicate pieces of Singaporean history can be found is none other than the National Gallery Singapore. Take an hour or two from your travel time in Singapore to step in here and admire the South East Asian art that lies here.
Few things about National Gallery Singapore
The National Gallery Singapore is home to the largest collection of modern art in South East Asia. The area belongs to two monuments which are City Hall and the former Supreme Court that has been renovated and is now spruced up to be even more pleasing to the eye.
History
The court was declared open back in 1939 by Sir Thomas Shenton Whitelegge. Since then, there have been a series of historical events related to this magnificent building. One such event was the acknowledgement of Japanese surrender back in 1945. In 1951, Singapore was officially recognised as a city and the Municipal Building was renamed “City Hall Building”.
What will you see?
The main focal point of the gallery is art from the 19th century to this day. Two significant collections are DBS Singapore Gallery and UOB South East Asia. Both these galleries display Singapore’s religious, economic and political journeys through the century. Some fascinating artworks to look for include, Balinesische Legende by Walter Spies, Chinese Head by Dora Gordine and Malay Huts by Charles Henry Cazelet.
Other Info
Singapore is a place where there are plenty of things to do! You’ll never get bored, that’s for sure! Do visit other landmarks like the Singapore Zoo, Gardens by the Bay and Universal Studios. Oh, and one more thing, who doesn’t shop when in Singapore? Visit Orchard street to go on your shopping spree and later treat yourself with a night or two at five star hotels in Singapore one of them being Grand Park City Hall. Most importantly click away on your camera and preserve your memories of Singapore in as many captures as you’d like.
Auburn Silver is a travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
