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Little India

Little India is Singapore's most sensory-rich district, a tangle of streets thick with the scent of jasmine garlands, curry leaves and incense, where saffron-and-turquoise shopfronts sell everything from gold jewellery to Bollywood DVDs. Anchored by landmarks like the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple and the bustling Tekka Centre market, it remains one of the few pockets of the city where daily life still spills loudly onto the five-foot-ways.

Getting thereThe district is served directly by Little India MRT station, an interchange on the North East Line and Downtown Line, with nearby Farrer Park station also on the North East Line. From Changi Airport (SIN), travellers can reach it entirely by MRT with one transfer (commonly via Tanah Merah or Expo), a journey of roughly ~40-50 minutes.
How long to stayHalf a day is enough to wander the main temples, market and eateries, but allow a full day if you want to linger over food stalls and side streets at a slower pace.

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Frequently asked questions about Little India

How do I get to Little India?

The district is served directly by Little India MRT station, an interchange on the North East Line and Downtown Line, with nearby Farrer Park station also on the North East Line. From Changi Airport (SIN), travellers can reach it entirely by MRT with one transfer (commonly via Tanah Merah or Expo), a journey of roughly ~40-50 minutes.

How many days should I spend in Little India?

Half a day is enough to wander the main temples, market and eateries, but allow a full day if you want to linger over food stalls and side streets at a slower pace.

What is Little India known for?

Little India is Singapore's most sensory-rich district, a tangle of streets thick with the scent of jasmine garlands, curry leaves and incense, where saffron-and-turquoise shopfronts sell everything from gold jewellery to Bollywood DVDs. Anchored by landmarks like the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple and the bustling Tekka Centre market, it remains one of the few pockets of the city where daily life still spills loudly onto the five-foot-ways.

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