Is Bugis the Original Seedy Underbelly of Singapore? | The Library Report #03

The original red-light district of Singapore, Bugis has since cleaned up to become a swanky place for big brand labels and air-conditioned shopping streets. Find out the history of olden-day Bugis and its rowdy and salacious reputation as the hottest place for entertainment, legal and illegal in Singapore.

Timestamps:
00:00 – Teaser
00:36 – Episode Introduction
00:52 – Opening Titles
01:01 – Introduction to Bugis
01:43 – Bugis, a Red-Light District?
04:28 – The Redevelopment of Bugis
04:58 – Connection Between the Bugis Community and Singapore
05:29 – Other Prominent Entertainment Landmarks in the Area
08:34 – Why Was Bugis Street Featured in “Saint Jack”?
09:11 – Uncover More Stories About Bugis and Bras Basah
09:20 – Closing

Uncover more stories about Bugis and the Bras Basah area here:
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Rediscover Singapore through maps and photographs here:
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Check out the books and movie here:

Saint Jack
eBook: https://go.gov.sg/nlb-saintjack-ebook
Physical copy: https://go.gov.sg/nlb-saintjack-book (for reference only)
Movie: https://go.gov.sg/nlb-saintjack-movie

Kinda Hot: The Making of Saint Jack in Singapore
Physical copy: https://go.gov.sg/nlb-kindahot-book (for reference only)

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