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From your Emerald Hill Netflix binge to real-life experience: Walk through a luminous Peranakan world at Sentosa
Swap your screen time for some scene time this SG60 as you don kebayas, explore beaded art by day and a glowing shophouse by night – all before the IG-worthy moments end on Aug 31
A glowing tribute to tradition, The Peranakan House anchors Sentosa’s Peranakan Reimagined show.
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Live out your Emerald Hill – The Little Nyonya Story fantasy as you explore the vibrant world of Singapore’s distinctive heritage. From ornate shophouses to intricate motifs, every detail reflects how Peranakan culture remains an inseparable part of the nation’s cultural tapestry.
In celebration of SG60, Sentosa’s latest showcase, Peranakan Reimagined
Perfect for family visits during the school holidays or to gain deeper insights into Singapore’s diverse heritage ahead of the SG60 celebrations, the experience unfolds along Sentosa’s lush 350m Sensoryscape.
Catch a ride in cable car cabins wrapped in vibrant motifs inspired by Peranakan shophouses.
PHOTO: MOUNT FABER LEISURE GROUP
Even the iconic Singapore cable car Sentosa Line cabins
Local residents can also enjoy special 1-for-1 Sentosa Line promotions from May 23 to Aug 31, with round trips for two at just $4 or one-day unlimited rides for two at $14 – available only at the Sensoryscape Station Ticketing Counter and Guest Service Centre.
Dress the part and enjoy scenic views in these beautifully decked-out Peranakan-themed cable car cabins.
PHOTO: MOUNT FABER LEISURE GROUP
Also indulge in joyous performances by the talented troupe Peranakan Sayang, as they bring lively joget (traditional dances) and delightful folk songs to life at the scenic Lookout Loop. Catch them on June 7 and 28, July 12, and Aug 9 and 31, from 6.30pm to 7.15pm.
Here are the other highlights of Peranakan Reimagined to immerse yourself in.
Step inside The Peranakan House
Venture to the Lookout Loop within the Sentosa Sensoryscape to find a stunning life-sized shophouse, The Peranakan House
It is a visual journey that unfolds through a curated collection of images, each capturing the spirit of Peranakan communities across generations. Snap a photo or take a video as you explore this elegant tribute to heritage and home.
By day or by night, The Peranakan House stuns with intricate details and immersive storytelling.
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Stay till or revisit at dusk, as there will be daily projection mapping shows (every 15 minutes from 7.30pm to 9.30pm) on the 7.2m-tall house – its facade now a canvas for dynamic multimedia storytelling and artwork.
Strike a pose at the Field of Beaded Bloom
Paying tribute to the traditional footwear worn by the Nonyas is a towering pair of beaded slippers
Snap a shot with these towering kasut manek slippers and explore all the intricate beaded designs along the trellis.
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This delicate technique to create kasut manek, where each tiny spherical bead is threaded and sewn by hand to form an intricate pattern, demands hours of labour. Appreciate the showcase of 198 botanical designs on the Tactile Trellis’ hoods, magnified in striking detail.
Whether you are going for a wide shot with the expansive sky or a close-up with the massive slippers, the Field of Beaded Bloom is a not-to-be-missed photo spot.
Marvel at supersized heirlooms at Giant in Grace
At the lower deck of the Sensoryscape walkway, 16 colourful installations synonymous with Peranakan heritage adorn the resting areas along the main stretch. This collection of nine larger-than-life curios and seven sequin pieces is part of the Giant in Grace
A supersized teapot celebrates the beauty of everyday Peranakan treasures at Giant in Grace.
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From ornately decorated tea sets to tiffin carriers, these items offer a nostalgic connection for those who share the heritage while sparking curiosity and a sense of discovery for others. With cups as big as soup bowls, each giant piece allows visitors to fully appreciate the exquisite details and the rich stories these artefacts hold.
An enormous talapa – the traditional batik headgear worn by Chetti Melaka men – rendered in shimmering mosaic tiles.
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There are also striking tiled artworks at the Gilded Mosaic installation, reminiscent of the intricate jewellery worn by the Nonyas. Fashioned after larger-than-life heirlooms, visitors will now be able to zoom in on every elaborate embellishment.
Be sure to have your camera ready, as these installations also make for striking photo opportunities and unique backdrops to remember your visit to Sentosa Sensoryscape.
Savour rich flavours and aromas
Prepare yourself for a burst of rich aromas from the herbs and spices essential to Peranakan cuisine at the walkway behind the Scented Sphere, where the air is infused with the scents of pandan leaf, kaffir lime leaves, lemongrass, laksa leaf and bunga kantan (torch ginger), each planted among the lush greenery.
Discover what forms the backbone of Nonya cooking, as you touch and smell the labelled edibles. Then imagine yourself dining at a Tok Panjang centrepiece – a grand, ornately carved dining table set with the family’s finest Nonya porcelainware and silver cutlery – the focal point of Peranakan celebratory banquets.
In addition, savour Peranakan dishes
Feast your senses on a spread of rich, spice-laden Peranakan dishes served across Sentosa.
PHOTO: WILDSEED CAFE AT 1-FLOWERHILL
Get hands-on with activities and workshops
Beyond admiring the beauty of Peranakan culture, why not experience it for yourself? Whether through fashion, fragrance or arts and crafts, Peranakan Reimagined offers plenty of ways to connect with heritage.
At Sensoryscape, you will also encounter a fashionable showcase beyond the Tactile Trellis, featuring an exquisite display of intricately designed kebaya and even a traditional wedding dress, each reflecting the diverse styles of the Nonya women.
You can also don one of these classic garments at the
Kebaya Rentals
available at Sentosa Shop @ Sentosa Sensoryscape.
Indulge the artist in you or your child with fun
Peranakan-themed workshops
as well, happening at the Festive Market on June 7 and 8, July 5 and 6, and Aug 2 and 3 from 4pm to 9pm. Just spend $20 at the Festive Market to attend one workshop for free. Workshops include mini clay-making, designing your own kasut manek (five sessions a day) and even creating your own Peranakan tile-inspired coasters (five sessions a day).
Last but not least, concoct a delectable fragrance at
Scentopia
, which will be conducting Peranakan perfume-making workshops till Aug 31 with ingredients such as tonka bean, reminiscent of kaya and kueh.
Create your own Peranakan-inspired crafts at hands-on workshops happening on select weekends.
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*Fees apply for workshops.
Find out more about Peranakan Reimagined and plan your visit today.
