Monthly Archives: January 2017

Singapore Trivia – The Tree of One Tree Hill

Posted on January 16, 2017 by Remember Singapore

At the prime district of Orchard lies a road with an interesting name – One Tree Hill. Located off Grange Road, the 500m-long road is home to rows of private residences and condominiums today. But in the 19th century, it … Continue reading →

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Tales of Kampongs at Old Upper Thomson Road

Posted on January 8, 2017 by Remember Singapore

In the sixties and seventies, the long meandering Old Upper Thomson Road was well-known as a racing circuit for the popular Singapore Grand Prix. A lesser known fact is that it was also home to some long forgotten villages, some … Continue reading →