Home to a concentrated ethnic Chinese population, the neighbourhood of Chinatown in Singapore, distinctly features cultural and historical elements and is now less of a commune than it was formally known to be. Most of the divisions of the area have been declared as national heritage sites by the Urban Redevelopment Authority. During the decades that followed the founding of Singapore in 1819, Chinatown which was initially selected as home to Chinese immigrants became an overcrowded metropolitan. 
   
The street architecture of Chinatown and the buildings that surround the narrow street ways have been constructed with great attentiveness and reflect the variance in baroque and Victorian architectural styles. Pastel shades dominate the colour palette of the region and it is assumed that the buildings may have been constructed and restored to maintain that concept. In 1843, Pagoda Street included terraces and lanes which were of Italian style with tall windows and adjustable slats.

Known to be the heart of Singapore’s Chinatown, the Kreta Ayer is the ideal haven of attractions, including the Chinatown Food Street, Chinatown Heritage Center and the infamous Chinatown Night Market, ideal to sample the exotic flavours of local cuisine. Along Telok Ayer, stand many Chinese temple pagodas and Muslim mosques, as well as modern restaurants, bridal salons and shop-houses.

Blended with multicultural environs offering its boutique-style accommodation facilities and host of modern services along with personalised Asian hospitality, is Copthorne King’s Hotel Singapore. With a selection of special promotions and packages on offer, the hotel is popular for being a selected venue for weddings and banquets and is ideally located in the city centre.