tag:peatix.com,2011:1 2018-11-20T12:56:30+08:00 Peatix All things Bukit Brown tag:peatix.com,2018:event-436908 2018-09-29T09:00:00SGT 2018-09-29T09:00:00SGT

Decorative tiles have been used all around the world since ancient days. In this part of the world, these tiles are most notably linked to the people of the Peranakan descent - so much so, when faced with pictures such tiles, or these actual tiles themselves, many in Singapore would refer to them as "Peranakan" tiles.  Bukit Brown is a unique place, for in its time, it was the one municipal cemetery in which there are many graves, spanning time-periods,  beautifully decorated with these tiles.Join Victor Lim (the tile expert) and Jonathan on a walk through the cemetery where they will focus on the various tiles used in the tomb designs.  Learn about how they were made, and what makes those colours vibrant even until today.  Learn where the tiles come from - and how over time they were sourced from different places.  Learn of the influences that went into the various tiles that are found here in Bukit Brown, how we went to taking what the West designed, to having Asian motifs appear on tiles for the Asian market.If you love decorative tiles - this is a walk you shouldn't miss!Meeting Point: Meeting Point B (platform at hill 1, via block 1, 3 &4 entrance road). See map below (click on "Read More"). More instructions at http://bukitbrown.com/main/?p=10124  Tour starts at 9am and ends at 12pm. _____________________________________Please take note:1. We will be walking through the undergrowth so dress appropriately, especially your footwear.2. Wear light breathable clothing. Long pants and long sleeves if you are prone to insect bites or sunburn. Bring sunblock and natural insect repellent.3. Wear comfortable non-slip shoes as safety is important. Walking sticks are recommended.4. Do read up on Bukit Brown before going so you have a better understanding of the place (e.g. http://www.bukitbrown.com)5. Do bring water, light snacks, poncho/umbrella, sunhat and waterproof your electronics.6. Please go to the toilet before coming. There are NO facilities anywhere there or nearby.Disclaimer: By agreeing to take this walking tour of Bukit Brown Cemetery, you understand and accept that you must be physically fit and able to do so.To the extent permissible by law, you agree to assume any and all risk of injury or bodily harm to yourself and persons in your care (including child or ward)---------------------------------------------------------------------------Bukit Brown was on the World Monuments Watch list 2014 . Find out what makes this a heritage site worthy of preserving. http://bukitbrown.com/main/?p=7930"We guide rain or shine"======================================Bukit Brown. More than a cemetery. More than a Chinese cemetery. Come discover our habitat, heritage, history. Construction works have started. Many areas have been cordoned off. How to get there and handy tips here: http://bukitbrown.com/main/?p=7250http://bukitbrown.com/main/?p=1170http://www.openstreetmap.org/#map=16/1.3354/103.8224=======================================How to get there by MRT / Bus:Bus services available: 52, 74, 93, 157, 165, 852, 855.From North: Go to Marymount MRT and walk to bus-stop #53019 along Upper Thomson Road. Take Buses 52, 74, 165, 852, 855Alight 6 stops later at bus-stop, #41149, opposite Singapore Island Country Club (SICC), Adam Road. Walk towards Sime Road in the direction of Kheam Hock Road until you see Lorong Halwa.From South: Go to Farrer Road MRT and walk to bus-stop #11111 at Farrer Road, in front of Blocks 2 & 3. Take Buses 93, 165, 852, 855. Alight 5 stops later at bus-stop, #41141, just before Singapore Island Country Club (SICC), Adam Road. Cross the bridge, walk towards Sime Road, follow the road until you see Lorong Halwa.From Botanic Gardens MRT - Walk out to Botanic Gardens Station bus-stop #41021 on Bukit Timah Road. Take Buses 151, 156 or 170A for 2 stops till Coronation Plaza. Cross over the overhead bridge to the bus-stop Opp Coronation Plaza bus-stop #41049 on Dunearn Road. Take Buses 74, 157, 852 for 3 stops and alight at Bef SICC on Adam Road bus-stop #41141. Cross the road on the overhead bridge to Sime Road (the portion across the street). Follow the road until you see Lorong Halwa.By car::Turn in from Lornie Road, to Sime Road. Then, turn left into the second road called Lorong Halwa New Cemetery Access (see map), where parking is limited along the roadside near the meeting point. The meeting point is at the platform at the start of Block 1. Try to use public transport to get there.Meeting Point: Meeting point B.