Tag Archives: Haw Par Villa

Tiger Balm Gardens: Still Spooked as an Adult

Posted on July 25, 2012 by bookjunkie

Decided to do a separate post about the scariest, creepiest part of Haw Par Villa or Tiger Balm Gardens (how we used to refer to it in the 70’s).  Was debating whether to put up the pictures at all, but … Continue reading →

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Haw Par Villa: Gruesome & Strange, but a Once in a Lifetime Kinda Place

Posted on July 25, 2012 by bookjunkie

My mum recalls that when I was a toddler I used to love sitting on the plastic tiger at the entrance of Haw Par Villa. Back then we called the place Tiger Balm gardens. Try as I might I couldn’t … Continue reading →

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Thrilled About the Circle Line

Posted on October 8, 2011 by bookjunkie

Finally, the Circle Line extension is open. I am most excited about 3 stops on the yellow line: Botanic Gardens, Holland Village and Haw Par Villa. I can’t wait till the Circle Line becomes a full circle – I hope. … Continue reading →

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