Bugis Street

Bugis Street lies in an extensive area which was commonly referred to in the past, by the Chinese-educated community, as "Xiao Po" (little slope). At that time, the entire area was thriving and filled with merchants and traders, making it one of the most exciting area of Singapore. In the mid 80s, Bugis Street underwent major urban redevelopment into a retail complex of modern shopping malls, restaurants and nightspots mixed with regulated back-alley roadside vendors. Underground digging to construct the Bugis MRT station prior to that caused some incovenience to the night market there but it has been resolved in a few years time. Currently, Bugis Street is still having the most vibrant night life in Singapore.

Facelift

Just recently, having undergone a new facelift, Bugis Street now houses almost 600 shops. It is definitely a hive of activities if you go to Bugis especially during the evening times. If you are a shopaholic you will be able to find a huge array of trendy streetwear, bags, shoes, belts, watches, earrings, silver accessories, souvenirs and unique locally-designed products.