Tag Archives: Tampines Road

A Short History of Tampines Road – Busy Junction, Customs Station and Illegal Alcohol

Posted on January 14, 2019 by Remember Singapore

There are a couple of old buildings along Tampines Road, near its junction with Upper Serangoon Road, that seem out of place standing among the new developments in the vicinity. They were the former Customs Station and Quarters, more than … Continue reading →

Remnants of Singapore’s Lost Roads – Kuala Loyang Road

Posted on June 14, 2015 by Remember Singapore

There are many Malay-named roads or places in Singapore that are named after the island’s natural landscapes, such as bukit (“hill” in Malay), sungei, (“river”) or tanjong (“cape”). But there are not many with the name kuala, which refers to … Continue reading →