If you’re looking for a fun way to clock in steps on your fitness tracker this year, here’s some good news.
The Community Development Councils (CDCs) have launched five new heritage walking trails on Saturday (March 14), where participants can learn about Singapore’s history while exploring iconic landmarks and earning CDC vouchers.
These trails span various areas across the island such as Kampong Glam, Jurong, Woodlands, Tampines and Bedok.
On Saturday morning, AsiaOne had the opportunity to try out a portion of the Central Singapore Walking Trails @ CDC: Kampong Glam.
The journey, which begins at Peranakan Museum, passes through landmarks such as Bras Basah Complex, Sultan Mosque and Golden Mile Food Centre before ending at Jalan Besar Stadium.
This 4km-long walk takes participants through Bugis, City Hall and Lavender — areas that are not only familiar to many, but also full of historical significance.
From the elegant architecture of the Peranakan Museum to the hustle and bustle of eateries along Kampong Glam in front of Sultan Mosque’s golden facade, the route is a treat for the eyes and ears.
As participants arrive at checkpoints along the walking trail, they are required to complete two tasks on a web app on their mobile phones — snap a picture of the landmark they are at, and answer a question about its history.
For instance, when we reached Bras Basah Complex, we had to take a photo of the vivid mural on the side of its main building and answer the question “What was Bras Basah Complex known as?”.
Once these two tasks are completed, the checkpoint is considered cleared.
