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The Intan, Singapore

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#12 of 87 in Museums in Singapore
Specialty Museum · Hidden Gem · Museum
Explore the Peranakan culture by visiting The Intan. The house is a private museum of Alvin Yapp, who dedicated himself to collecting pieces related to the culture of Chinese immigrants. See the pieces acquired, which include pottery, jewelry, clothes, and furniture, from all over the world. Tour the museum, with either tea service or dinner included, as a way to try authentic traditional Nonya dishes. PutThe Intan into our Singapore trip planner and find out what's close by, where to stay, and where to head next.
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  • By 910kunyang
    Visiting the Intan is like stepping into the past, and the host makes sure that he highlights the aspects that are most relevant to you.  more »
  • By Avis E
    Alvin is a good host and brings to life the peranakan heritage well. The house is his home and is packed with so many beautiful items and furniture. Alvin’s enthusiasm is infectious I learnt so much.....  more »
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  • By Edward Dailey
    A great stop; well worth leaving the more congested tourist parts of the city. Learn not just about Peranakan Culture, but gain a better understanding of Singapore and the relationship between it's different groups. Highly recommended.
  • By Heng Lim
    Nice place
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