Conclusion

In conclusion, Chinatown’s distinct culture is somewhat more vague and less prominent as compared to when it was developed in the 1900s. People, especially the younger generation, sees it as a tourism spot that only tourists would be interested in visiting, and not a place where they would be able to truly understand their roots and culture, weakening their sense of belonging to their own culture. To the older generation, the culture is diminishing, despite the similar preserved buildings, and only a few still view it as a common space for them to interact with one another. However, it still is successful in giving the notion of “uniquely Singapore”, with the place surrounded by modern high-rise buildings, giving a mix of cultures.

The government should be credited for attempting to preserve the prominent culture, as can be seen in the preservation of physical structures, but lack of content in keeping the town rooted to tradition defeats the purpose of ensuring a good preservation that is comfortable for use of common space for tourists and locals alike.