{"id":6654,"date":"2013-06-01T10:09:51","date_gmt":"2013-06-01T02:09:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bukitbrown.com\/main\/?p=6654"},"modified":"2013-06-04T05:06:01","modified_gmt":"2013-06-03T21:06:01","slug":"sunday-2-june-tour-with-raymond-goh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bukitbrown.com\/main\/2013\/sunday-2-june-tour-with-raymond-goh\/","title":{"rendered":"Sunday 2 June Tour with Raymond Goh"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Raymond Goh (Photo: Bianca Polak)<\/p><\/div>\n

Join the Tomb Whisperer as he sweeps you away with his passion and knowledge of Bukit Brown.<\/p>\n

Sunday 2 June 9 am – 12 pm<\/p>\n

Meet under the ole raintree on your left as you enter the gates.<\/p>\n

Disclaimer:
\nBy agreeing to take this walking tour of Bukit Brown cemetery you understand and accept that you must be physically fit and able to do so.<\/p>\n

To the extent permissible by law, you agree to assume any and all risk of injury or bodily harm to yourself and persons in your care (including child or ward). Dogs are welcome but must be leashed.<\/p>\n

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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<\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com.sg\/Attraction_Review-g294265-d2547770-Reviews-Bukit_Brown_Cemetery-Singapore.html<\/wbr><\/wbr><\/wbr><\/wbr><\/a><\/p>\n

Why: It is history, heritage and habitat concentrated in an area 173 acres, that can be worthy of a Singapore heritage site worthy of preservation.<\/p>\n

Where: Under the large and beautiful, and possibly endangered, rain tree, at the Roundabout. After the main gate, go ahead another twenty metres.<\/p>\n

How to get there and handy tips – http:\/\/bukitbrown.com\/main\/?p=1347<\/wbr><\/a><\/p>\n

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Registration:<\/p>\n

Our weekend public tours are FREE …
\nOptimally the group size is 30 participants (15 individuals\/guide).<\/p>\n

Please click ‘Join’ on the FB event page <\/a>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.<\/p>\n

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The tour:<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t 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.<\/p>\n

Here is a map of the grounds:
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Please take note:<\/p>\n

1. We will be walking mainly on paved roads. But there are hill treks so dress appropriately, especially your footwear.<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

3. Wear comfortable non-slip shoes as safety is important. Walking sticks are recommended.<\/p>\n

4. Do read up on Bukit Brown before going so you have a better understanding of the place (e.g. BukitBrown.com)<\/p>\n

5. Do bring water, light snacks, poncho\/umbrella, sunhat and waterproof your electronics.<\/p>\n

6. Please go to the toilet before coming. There are NO facilities anywhere there or nearby.<\/p>\n

7. Carry your own garbage out for disposal.<\/p>\n

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How to get there by MRT \/ Bus:<\/p>\n

Bus services available: 52, 74, 93, 157, 165, 852, 855.<\/p>\n

From North: Go to Marymount MRT and walk to bus-stop #53019 along Upper Thomson Road. Take Buses 52, 74, 165, 852, 855
\nAlight 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.<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

By car:
\nTurn in from Lornie Road, to Sime Road. Then, turn left into Lorong Halwa.
\nParking space available at the largish paved area near the cemetery gates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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