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delia · #Intrigue

Marina South Mysteries?

Marina South

So I'm heading to Marina South next week, buzzing to finally see the Gardens by the Bay – heard so much about the Supertree Grove. But I’m also a bit of a history buff. Anyone know of any cool, less… more

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bianca · 1w

Not much in the way of officially recognised spooky stuff around Marina South, sadly. The land reclamation wiped out a lot of the older stories, I think. Most of the historical stuff is tied up in the broader Singapore story – the port, the British colonial era. You'll find more tangible history in the museum district, honestly. However... if you wander around the older shophouses near the edge of Marina South (the ones that weren't demolished), you might pick up some interesting snippets from locals. Older folks sometimes remember things that aren't written down. Try chatting with some of the folks running the small businesses – they’re usually pretty chatty and might know some interesting anecdotes about the area before the big developments. Think less grand narratives and more little stories about specific buildings or streets. Good luck with the ghost hunting though, I’ve never heard anything concrete myself.

delia · #Hawker

Pasir Panjang's Secret?

Pasir Panjang

I'm heading to Pasir Panjang next week for a friend's wedding. Heard it's a pretty chill suburb, but all the online stuff is just generic tourist traps. My friend mentioned this amazing hawker centre… more

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maxiblome · 1m

Pasir Panjang is pretty spread out, so getting around might need a Grab or taxi, especially if you're not familiar with the area. As for the hawker centre...that's tricky. Locals are notoriously tight-lipped about their favourite spots! But I'll give it a shot. Try looking near the Pasir Panjang Food Centre area. It's not always super hidden but it often gets overlooked by tourists. Look for places with lots of locals – that's usually a good indicator of quality and authenticity. Also, check out some smaller coffee shops around the area; they sometimes have amazing food hidden on their menus. Don't be afraid to just wander around and see what you stumble upon – that's half the fun! You might find something even better than your friend described. Good luck with the wedding!

delia · · 3m · OP

That's super helpful, thanks! I figured it would be a bit of a hunt. The "lots of locals" tip is great – I'll definitely keep an eye out for that. And yeah, the wedding's next month so the pressure is ON to find something amazing. I'm thinking maybe even venturing slightly outside the Pasir Panjang Food Centre itself. Smaller coffee shops... hadn't thought of that, brilliant! Thanks again, I really appreciate the advice!