Peter Pak dwarfed by ferns (Photo: Claire Leow)
(not suitable for kids on prams).
Time: 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Come discover our heritage and history, while enjoying the habitat.How to get there and handy tips here: http://bukitbrown.com/
Please click ‘Join’ on the FB event page to let us know you are coming, how many pax are turning up. Or just meet us at the starting point at 9am. Brownie Code: We guide rain or shine.
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The tour:
Bukit Brown Heritage Park is about 173 acres in extent, bordered by Lornie Road, Thomson Road and the Pan-Island Expressway. It lies just to the south of the Central Catchment Forest, being separated from it by Lornie Road and includes Singapore’s only Chinese Municipal Cemetery. With more than 100,000 graves, Bukit Brown is also one of the largest Chinese cemeteries outside of China.
Don’t forget to bask in the peaceful surrounds, and also chat with your guides and make friends with other participants. We are amateurs and volunteers, but we are passionate and serious about what we do at Bukit Brown, and we encourage sharing of knowledge.
Here is a map of the grounds:
http://bukitbrown.com/
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Please take note:
1. We will be walking through the undergrowth to find the old village so dress appropriately, especially your footwear.
2. Wear light breathable clothing. Long pants and long sleeves if you are prone to insect bites or sunburn. Bring sunblock and natural insect repellent.
3. Wear comfortable non-slip shoes as safety is important. Walking sticks are recommended.
4. Do read up on Bukit Brown before going so you have a better understanding of the place (e.g. BukitBrown.com)
5. Do bring water, light snacks, poncho/umbrella, sunhat and waterproof your electronics.
6. Please go to the toilet before coming. There are NO facilities anywhere there or nearby.
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How to get there by MRT / Bus:
Bus services available: 52, 74, 93, 157, 165, 852, 855.
From North: Go to Marymount MRT and walk to bus-stop #53019 along Upper Thomson Road. Take Buses 52, 74, 165, 852, 855
Alight 6 stops later at bus-stop, #41149, opposite Singapore Island Country Club (SICC), Adam Road. Walk towards Sime Road in the direction of Kheam Hock Road until you see Lorong Halwa.
From South: Go to Botanic Gardens MRT and walk to bus-stop #41121 at Adam Road, in front of Singapore Bible College. Take Buses 74, 93, 157, 165, 852, 855. Alight 2 stops later at bus-stop, #41141, just before Singapore Island Country Club (SICC), Adam Road. Cross the bridge, walk towards Sime Road, follow the road until you see Lorong Halwa.
By car:
Turn in from Lornie Road, to Sime Road. Then, turn left into Lorong Halwa.
Parking space available at the largish paved area near the cemetery gates.
武吉布朗导览义工 Fabien Tee 和 Andrew 将为大家介绍安葬于武吉布朗墓园的新加坡开埠先驱及达官显要，这些先贤们在二十世纪上半叶为新加坡作出了巨大的贡献.
我们也将探讨他们当时所处的历史背景。
在亲身瞻仰这些先贤的坟墓之余，大家也有机会认识墓碑和坟墓的不同设计及相关风水，以及了解华人的殡葬习俗。
集合地点：
环状绕道前的雨豆树下。可惜的是，这棵高大凛然的雨豆树可能也会因筑路工程而不保。进入正门的铁闸后，往前走大约20米，雨豆树就在土管局临时办事处的右边。
报名：
我们在周末为公众提供的导览服务是免费的
理想人数为一团三十人（平均一名导览员十五人）
请在我们的Facebook活动页面按‘参加’/‘加入’，然后告诉我们共有多少人与你一同参加活动，或直接在活动当天上午9时在集合地点与我们会合。风雨无阻，不见不散。
游览活动：
武吉布郎占地约233公顷，其周边的道路有罗尼路、汤申路及泛岛快速公路。位于其北面的正是中央集水区森林，它们之间由罗尼路隔开。新加坡唯一由市政会管理的华人公共坟场就座落于武吉布郎，墓园内包含超过10万座坟墓，也是中国以外最大的华人坟场之一。
别 忘了享受一下武吉布郎那恬静和谐的气氛，也别羞于同导览员及其他参加者交流。我们都是业余和义务的导览员，但我们对武吉布郎具有一份深厚的感情，并认真地 看待我们在武吉布郎的所有活动。我们也欢迎大家踊跃分享知识和心得。 欲查阅武吉布郎的地图，请浏览：http://bukitbrown.com/main/wp-content/uploads/2012/02 /API.BBC_.Map_.ver3_4.jpg
游览须知：
1. 我们多数时候是在柏油路上步行，但也会有小段的山路，因此请穿着适当的衣装，尤其是适当的鞋子。
2. 请穿着轻便和通风透气的衣服。如果你特别惹蚊虫叮咬或格外容易被阳光灼伤肌肤，或许你应穿上长裤和长袖衣。
3. 安全第一，所以请穿上舒适的防滑鞋。你也可以考虑携带手杖。
4. 我们建议你在游览武吉布郎前，先了解一下关于它的资讯及背景。
5. 请携带饮用水、小点心、雨衣/雨伞和帽子等物品，并且为你的电子用品做防水措施。
6. 请在前往武吉布郎前先上厕所，因为那里及附近一带都没有厕所。
公共交通服务：
巴士服务：52号、74号、93号、157号、165号、852号及855号。
从新加坡北部前往：乘搭地铁到玛丽蒙站（Marymount），然后步行到汤申路上段（Upper Thomson Road）的编号53019巴士车站，乘搭52号、74号、165号、852号或855号巴士均可。
在 第6个车站（不包括上车的车站），编号41149的车站下车，即亚当路（Adam Road）新加坡岛屿乡村俱乐部（Singapore Island Country Club）对面的车站。下车后逆着车行的方向步行进入森路（Sime Road），然后转入第二个左转便可看见武吉布郎的正门就在前面不远处。
从新加坡南部前往：乘搭地铁到植物园站（Botanic Gardens），然后步行到亚当路（Adam Road）新加坡神学院前的编号41121巴士车站，乘搭74号、93号、157号、165号、852号或855号巴士均可。
在第2个车站（不包括上车的车站），编号41141的车站下车，即亚当路（Adam Road）新加坡岛屿乡村俱乐部（Singapore Island
Country Club）入口前的车站。使用人行天桥过马路，逆着车行的方向步行进入森路（Sime Road），然后转入第二个左转便可看见武吉布郎的正门就在前面不远处。
自己开车：
从罗尼路（Lornie Road）转入森路（Sime Road），然后转左进入罗弄哈哇（Lorong Halwa）。武吉布郎正门铁闸附近的空地可停车。
Spotted on the 16th June Sunday Heritage Tour by brownie Steven Toong, in Hill 4, a beautiful python.
(photo by Steven Toong)
The building that was the Japanese headquarters still stands today (Photo: Claire Leow)
Sunday 30th June 2013, Jon Cooper conducts the very popular battlefield tour.
On Feb 15, 1942, Singapore fell just one week after Japanese forces landed. As they headed down south, fierce battles were fought in the Adam Park area and the fighting extended to Bukit Brown, then known as Cemetery Hill.
“On the evening of 14th February 1942, the rolling hills of the Bukit Brown Cemetery were suddenly engulfed in a barrage of flame and fire. It appeared like scene from Dante’s ‘Inferno’. ”
Jon Cooper, the battlefield archaeologist behind The Adam Park Project, wrote this gripping account as he retraced the battle ground route with all things Bukit Brown.
This is your chance to brush up on your history. Jon Cooper will take you through the paces. Don’t miss his energetic retracing of the movements on both sides, as we commemorate the fallen. You will be expected to do some walking in the sun, so wear good walking shoes and bring snacks and water. The tour ends at the Bukit Brown Cemetery, where you will see the graves among which the soldiers sheltered and fought.
Meet us at the bridge on Sime Road entering Bukit Brown, opposite the SICC traffic light. Start time: 9 a.m. Ends at 11:30 a.m.
This tour is limited to 20 persons, with a fee of $15 per person, while children under 12 come for free. The size is kept small for safety reasons and for ideal interaction as Jon shares the maps, photos and stories of the battles. All proceeds go to Jon’s Adam Park project to help find war artifacts during this 71st anniversary of the Fall of Singapore. All things Bukit Brown is only the organizer as we support the work that Jon and his team are doing out of respect for our common heritage.
Reply to this post to register for the tour.
Jon’s post on his interest in Bukit Brown and the missing soldiers is here.
For a visual guide to your route, cartographer Mok Ly Ying has done this wonderful guide map for you.
Previous tour reports here:
July 22 2012 tour here and here
June 17 2012 Father’s Day Special
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To help you plan your Sunday morning and enjoy the tour, you can follow this map of a previous one: https://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msid=208524362450694978161.0004cc9d065f2a171893d&msa=0&ll=1.336901,103.817351&spn=0.003566,0.005681
Jon conducts the Battlefield Tour once a month, when time permits. For other war-related stories, you can join tours by All Things Bukit Brown on the heritage tours.
Participants (total 21):
Aaron Chan (1)
Zhi Hao (1)
Selina + guest (2)
Roberto Cartelli + guest (2)
Darius Fan (1)
Kelly Cheng (1)
Xue (1)
Lindsay & Simon (2)
Shing Gene + guest (2)
Jai & Rajini (2)
Alvin Chow + guest (2)
Eric (1)
Heng Swee Kiang + 2 guests (3)
All Things Bukit Brown and Chui Huay Lim Club proudly present an exhibition and talks on Bukit Brown Cemetery tracing its history and significance to the development of Singapore.
Our Roots, Our Future has 4 themes:
A) History – Bukit Brown’s place in the history of the evolvement of Chinese cemeteries in Singapore, its administration and topography.
A 1898 map of Bukit Brown and its environs
B) Our Pioneers – their contributions to social and community services, education, commerce and banking; the role members of the Singapore chapter of Tong Meng Hui (China Revolution Alliance) and Republican Party played in the 1911 Revolution which changed the course of China’s history.
Pioneers of Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce
C) Tomb Culture – understanding tomb design, carvings and statuary in relation to feng shui principles and beliefs; the development of features unique to South East Asia such as Peranakan tiles and Sikh guards; inscriptions with different calendar systems, ranks , and insignia reflecting a century of political change of China and colonial powers.
The Feng Shiu of a Nanyang Tomb ( photo Lai Chee Kien)
D) The Living Cemetery – speaks to the potential of Bukit Brown for UNESCO World Heritage listing by showcasing the popular weekend heritage and nature tours conducted by volunteer guides, flora and fauna, student projects, refurbished tombs, Qing Ming and the community of tomb keepers.
Raymond Goh – sharing the history and heritage of Bukit Brown
Exhibition artifacts include a 3 D model of Bukit Brown, implements used in feng shui and a display of Peranakan tiles.
One of many Peranakan tiles which can be found in Bukit Brown (Photo Victor Lim)
Complementing the exhibition is a series of talks which include presentations on cemetery research in Malaysia and Singapore culminating in a panel discussion, nature in Bukit Brown, personal accounts by descendants on rediscovering their roots and Qing Ming practices.
There will be also be a screening and talk by the producer of “Light on Lotus Hill” – an award winning documentary set against the backdrop of the Sino Japanese war about the Buddhist Abbot Venerable Pu Liang and the part he played in supporting the China Relief Fund and the recruitment of Nanyang volunteers who served on the Burma Road
For the full programme of talks please click Our Roots, Our Future : The Talks
About the Organisers:
Chui Huay Lim Club established since 1845, has a rich history of 167 years. It was originally setup for Teochew businessmen to engage in business networking and recreational activities.
All Things Bukit Brown is the banner for a group of dedicated volunteers who conduct weekly public tours and independent research on the history, habitat and heritage of Bukit Brown Cemetery. They share their on-going learning journey in “Our Roots, Our Future”
Complementing the exhibition Bukit Brown : Our Roots, Our Future is a series of talks in English and Mandarin which will be held at the Chui Huay Lin Club, Level 4, 190 Keng Lee. No registration required. Seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Kindly please be seated 15 minutes before the talk. It would be appreciated if you could indicate your attendance by clicking on the Facebook page : Our Roots, Our Future , look for “events” on the top right hand corner and click “join” to indicate your attendance in the event page you are interested in. More details on the talks are also available on the Facebook page
为了配合“百年武吉布朗：追古抚今”展览的举行，醉花林和武吉布朗学会将在醉花林会所（190 Keng Lee Rd）四楼演讲室举办一系列座谈会。讲座无需报名，座位有限，先到先得。请于讲座开始前15分钟入席。有兴趣出席讲座的朋友，请在相关的Facebook活动网页右上角点击”Join”，方便我们估计出席人数。
This week, there are two tours at Bukit Brown, one by Post Museum (Sat 4-6 pm) and one by All Things Bukit Brown (Sun 9-12), with its event posting here. Click on the hyperlinks if you are a Facebook user.
Sunday June 16 Tour:
Some tombs are marked (staked) for exhumation (Photo: Claire Leow)
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Guides: Andrew, Steven, Fabian. ==========================
=============== By agreeing to take this walking tour of bukit brown cemetery I understand and accept that I must be physically fit and able to do so.
To the extent permissible by law, I agree to assume any and all risk of injury or bodily harm to myself and persons in my care (including child or ward).
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=============== Come visit Bukit Brown Heritage Park and see for yourself why this place is currently ranked among the top ten attractions of Singapore by tripadvisor.com.sg
It is history, heritage and habitat concentrated in an area 173 acres, that can be worthy of a Singapore heritage site worthy of preservation.
Meeting Place: Under the large and beautiful, and possibly endangered, rain tree, at the Roundabout.
After the main gate, go ahead another twenty metres, to the right of the SLA Bukit Brown officeFor information on how to get there and handy tips please visit
http://bukitbrown.com/main/?p=1347 ==========================
============== Registration:
Our weekend public tours are FREE …
Optimally the group size is 30 participants (15 individuals/guide).Please click ‘Join’ on the FB event page to let us know you are coming, how many pax are turning up, or just meet us at the starting point at 9am. We meet there rain or shine.
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============== The tour:
Bukit Brown Heritage Park is about 173 acres in extent, bordered by Lornie Road, Thomson Road and the Pan-Island Expressway. It lies just to the south of the Central Catchment Forest, being separated from it by Lornie Road and includes Singapore’s only Chinese Municipal Cemetery. With more than 100,000 graves, Bukit Brown is also one of the largest Chinese cemeteries outside of China.
Don’t forget to bask in the peaceful surrounds, and also chat with your guides and make friends with other participants. We are amateurs and volunteers, but we are passionate and serious about what we do at Bukit Brown, and we encourage sharing of knowledge.
Here is a map of the grounds:
http://bukitbrown.com/main/wp-content/uploads/ 2012/02/ API.BBC_.Map_.ver3_4.jpg ==========================
============== Please take note:
1. We will be walking mainly on paved roads. But there are hill treks so dress appropriately, especially your footwear.
2. Wear light breathable clothing. Long pants and long sleeves if you are prone to insect bites or sunburn. Bring sunblock and natural insect repellent.
3. Wear comfortable non-slip shoes as safety is important. Walking sticks are recommended.
4. Do read up on Bukit Brown before going so you have a better understanding of the place (e.g. BukitBrown.com)
5. Do bring water, light snacks, poncho/umbrella, sunhat and waterproof your electronics.
6. Please go to the toilet before coming. There are NO facilities anywhere there or nearby.
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=============== How to get there by MRT / Bus:
Bus services available: 52, 74, 93, 157, 165, 852, 855.
From North: Go to Marymount MRT and walk to bus-stop #53019 along Upper Thomson Road. Take Buses 52, 74, 165, 852, 855
Alight 6 stops later at bus-stop, #41149, opposite Singapore Island Country Club (SICC), Adam Road. Walk towards Sime Road in the direction of Kheam Hock Road until you see Lorong Halwa.From South: Go to Botanic Gardens MRT and walk to bus-stop #41121 at Adam Road, in front of Singapore Bible College. Take Buses 74, 93, 157, 165, 852, 855. Alight 2 stops later at bus-stop, #41141, just before Singapore Island Country Club (SICC), Adam Road. Cross the bridge, walk towards Sime Road, follow the road until you see Lorong Halwa.
By car:
Turn in from Lornie Road, to Sime Road. Then, turn left into Lorong Halwa.
Parking space available at the largish paved area near the cemetery gates.
Puppy at Bukit Brown (Photo: Rosalind Tan)
(Photo: Save Our Street Dogs SOSD)
On behalf of these sentient creatures, we reproduce this eye-witness account and plea for the lives of the wild dogs of Bukit Brown:
She had left her pack, maybe in search of food, maybe in search of a better life.. Or maybe she was just lost.
The poor dogs in bukit brown are all painfully thin. This girl ate up all the kibbles we gave her. Maybe it was good karma in her previous life, but she will never have to suffer the daily pain and agony which her pack has suffered; the painful hunger of never having enough to eat, or the terrible life of being witch hunted everyday of her existence.”
~ Dr Siew Tuck Wah
By Claire Leow
This is the final resting place of Dolly Tan, with Japanese inscriptions on the headstone, pronouncing her name in Japanese. The names of two Japanese friends featured on the bottom left of the photo.
Dolly Tan (Photo: Claire Leow)
Below the altar is the English inscriptions.
Dolly Tan (Photo: Claire Leow)
This tomb is in Hill 2.
Bukit Brown – a rich tapestry of Singapore’s place in the crossroads of history.
June 9 tour group at Ong Sam Leong
June 9 – Guide: Peter Pak. Report: Despite the morning showers that fortunately ended at 9 am, 25 pax turn up. We visited the tombs of Ho Siak Kuan, Tan Huck Wan (exhumed), Koh Hoon Teck, the colorful Sikh guards of Chew Geok Leong, Pang Cheang Yean, Tan Boo Liat, Tan Ean Kiam and finally Ong Sam Leong.
Do look out for future tours and our upcoming exhibition. All this info at: http://bukitbrown.com/
I shared these words from Koh Hoon Teck’s tomb inscription:
“Besimila mulai pertama,
Dari Adam mulai Agama,
Dunia bugan kita punya.
Asal manusia pulang ketanah.”“Oh from the beginning of life ,
from Adam born of earth,
this world is not ours.
Man returns to his origin.”
Do you want to go on tour with us and discover our roots? Our public weekend tours are posted every week here on ourevents page.
Two cats flanking a deity’s marker (Photo: Peter Pak)
Are these a tiger and a lion?
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