Changi Village is the home to the infamous Changi Hospital. It was built in the 1930's and used for unspeakable atrocities during the Japanese occupation. It is now said to be haunted by the very souls who were tortured here. The Japanese occupation took the Allies by surprise. Many Chinese people from Singapore were taken prisoner, tortured and executed. The Japanese often decapitated their prisoners and displayed them around the island as a warning to other people of the consequences of disobeying their authority. Some of the British who had occupied Singapore as well as other allied troops were taken prisoner and made to work on the Death railway. Changi Village has a small, intimate museum that features artifacts from this time. You also may want to visit the small bookstore that features books on the history of this area.
There is a lovely long stretch of coastal greenery that features the normal boardwalk attractions. The best time to visit this beautiful boardwalk is late afternoon. Stay and see the sunset, you will be glad you did. Food vendors with delicious varieties of seafood and other delicacies will have your mouth watering. Try some of the local food at the food court. Try Fried Hokkien Prawn Mee, BBQ seafood and Nasi Lemak. If you have a taste for the exotic, try stingray, squid, and chicken wings cooked and covered with BBQ sauce.
After sunset you will see a neater side of Changi Village. If you are a nature lover, take the ferry to Pulau Ubin during the day. It is a beautiful island and perfect for a lovely nature walk.
If you feel a little more adventurous, take a walk along the main road. It has a slope and passes by some fabulous hotels. Again, you will want to take this walk at sunrise or sunset. If you walk all the way to the end, you will find yourself on the boardwalks.
Whether you are a local wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle of Singapore, or a tourist who would like to see what Singapore was like in the early 1960's you will love what Changi Village has to offer.
Things to Do
If you want to see a gorgeous view and a spectacular sunset, you should walk the Changi boardwalk. The walk is about 1.2 km long and runs along the Changi coastline from Changi beach club to Changi sailing club.
If you want to be pampered, you need to visit Spa Botanica. You can get treatments indoors or outdoors, and you will leave feeling relaxed and renewed. You can escape the stress and anxiety of everyday life and enjoy the beautiful atmosphere that is surrounding you.
If you are interested in history, the Changi Chapel and Museum has a variety of relics that help remember the events that took place in Singapore during World War II. Several POW camps were established in Singapore during the war, and you can learn about them at the museum. You will hear tales of heroic and inspirational events that occurred in Singapore during the war. The Changi Chapel is located within the museum's courtyard. It is a monument to the people who were heroes and would not cave during Japanese rule.
A popular place to go in Changi is the Changi Beach Park. You can enjoy a picnic, fishing, walking, watching planes land or viewing amazing sunsets. You can also swim or camp at the beach. In addition, you will enjoy panoramic views of the sea. The children will enjoy the playground that is located at the park.
Loyang Tua Pek Kong Temple is a well-known Buddhist temple located near the village. The temple includes Buddhist, Hindu and Taoist gods and a Muslim shrine. While visiting the temple, you will see a 2 m tall statue of the Hindu god Ganesha. One of the main attractions of the temple is the lighting of non-dangerous firecrackers.
If you enjoy golf, you can play a round at the Taneh Merah Country Club. The club is home to two lovely 18 hole golf courses. Other activities at the club include a gym, squash court, tennis court and swimming pool. You can also enjoy dining at the club.
An attraction that kids will love is the Juniors' Sailing Club. Kids can learn about the sport of sailing while having the time of their life. Children must be at least seven years of age, and they must be able to swim. After completing the course, children will be presented with a certificate.
Getting Around
Use bus route 2 to travel to Changi Village's markets and cafes. Bus route 2 travels to many of Changi Village's markets and cafes each day from about 5:30 a.m. to midnight each day. It travels from Changi Village Bus Station to New Bridge Road Transit Center. Passengers may board buses that travel on route 2 at Changi Golf Course, Loyang Avenue, the Changi Chapel Museum and the Chinatown District.
Use bus route 36 to travel to and from Changi Airport. Bus route 36 travels to and from Changi Airport each day from about 6 a.m. to midnight. Passengers may board buses that travel on route 36 at the airport at one of the three bus stops located underneath the airport's terminals. Passengers may also board buses that travel on route 36 at Tomlinson Road and Punggol.
Use the LRT Green Line to travel to and from Changi Airport. The LRT Green Line is a train route that travels from east to west across Changi Village to Tanah Merah Train Station. It travels to Changi Airport's terminals each day from about 5:50 a.m. until midnight.
Passengers may catch the Green Line at many popular destinations including Changi City Hall, Eunos, Queenstown, Outram Park and Paya. Be sure to visit the Changi Airport terminal lounge located underneath the airport's main entrance to obtain the latest scheduling information for the LRT Green Line.
Use the LRT Purple Line to see Changi Village's Chinatown District. The LRT Purple Line is a train route that travels in a northeasterly direction from the Harbour Front District to the Chinatown District from 5:15 a.m. to 11:50 p.m. each day. Passengers may board trains that travel on the Purple Line at Farrer Park, the Little India District, Boon Keng Station and the Punggol Bus Terminal.
Passengers can find the latest schedule information for the Purple Line by searching for schedules located at the Chinatown District and Boon Keng Station.
Finally, Use the LRT Yellow Line to travel to Marina Bay. The LRT Yellow Line travels in a semicircle around Changi Village's major attractions located near Dhoby Ghaut and the Chinatown District before traveling to Marina Bay.
Passengers can board trains that travel on the LRT Yellow Line at the Bayfront District, Singapore Sports Stadium, Bishan, Caldecott, Holland Village and Lorong Chaun. Be sure to travel on the Yellow Line to save time while visiting Changi Village's most popular restaurants and stores located near Marina Bay.
Shopping
If you are looking to get some great things for your phone, look no further than SIM Lim Village. This phone store offers amazing deals on everything phone related, and you can bet you will be able to find all the different brands that are offered. From Sony to AT&T, you know all your favorites will be represented. This shop also offers high-speed SIM cards, so you can surf the web on your phone at a faster and more efficient speed.
If you have a bunch of things you would like to check out as it pertains to shopping, while in the city, you can look no further than Orchard Village. This store offers everything from clothes shopping all the way to art galleries and everything in between. You will not be left in the dark after visiting this shop. It prides itself on having everything you could possibly want and more. Check it out while you are in the area.
Electronics are the name of the game in Little India. They offer all things in the ways of cameras, computers, phones and everything in between. Whether you are a professional photographer or just need something to get you by while you are on vacation, Little India has you covered. You will not be disappointed with the wide selection. It is one of the most popular spots in all of Singapore, and with good reason. It offers great deals on the highest end products around. Check it out today, and see for yourself.
Bugis Junction is a great spot for anyone on the look out for authentic shopping as it pertains to Japanese culture. Whether you want a handmade robe or just something to take home to remind you of your trip, this is the place for you. You will not be disappointed with the wide selection this shop offer. Make sure to check it out while you are in the area. You will not regret it.
Finally, Suntec City is one of the biggest malls in all of Singapore and will have you busy for hours. This shop offers up anything you could possibly want and will keep you busy for hours on end while in the city. This is a must stop shop for anyone in the area and will have you coming back time after time. Do not miss out on the great deals this place offers.
Special Events
Kranji, Singapore, located near Changi Village, is home to the Turf Club, a Singapore racecourse where one of the world's richest horse races takes place each May. The Singapore Airlines International Cup was first held in 2000 as the first event at the newly opened racecourse. This race draws racers in from all over the world, and the past winners of the cup have come from seven different countries.
Every year in January, Changi Village residents enjoy Huayi, the Chinese Festival of Arts that celebrates Chinese New Year. This festival lasts several days and includes several concerts, a lion dance, and cultural events. People that go to this festival can also experience a taste of many different traditional Chinese art forms as they peruse artistic creations, listen to Chinese music, and watch Chinese entertainers.
The Singapore Food Festival was first held in 1994 and takes place each summer. The festival highlights the traditional foods of Singapore and gives visitors a chance to sample the delicacies that Singapore is well known for. Each year, the food festival is held in a different place around Singapore, but because of the small size of the island, it is easy to get to the festival from Changi Village. There is a different type of Singaporean cuisine high-lighted each year at the festival. Besides the food, the festival has events such as competitions between chefs, entertainment, and cooking demonstrations.
From Changi Village, it is a short distance to the Marina Bay area to watch the Singapore Grand Prix. The race is almost two hundred miles long and takes sixty-one laps around the circuit. Viewers can stay in the same place and easily see their favorite drivers go by. A ticket to the Grand Prix includes plenty of entertainment opportunities as well as watching the race.
The Singapore Kite Festival became an annual event starting in 2010. Although it is only in its third year, it has become a popular event for families in and around Changi Village. This free festival is held in the Marina Bay area and visitors can watch kite masters perform amazing tricks with kites. The festival is not only about kites, though. Performers also use juggling balls and acrobatics to entertain the people that come to this festival. People can also spend time in workshops learning how to make simple kites.