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Reflections at Bukit Chandu - World War II Interpretative Centre

ABBEY: At last Reflections at Bukit Chandu reopens after a three-year upgrade. If you’re into hike this is a good one. Bukit Chandu or Opium Hill was once a plant that packed and distributed opium. But this hill tells a rich story of heroism during Japanese invasion of Singapore. 

The heroes? Malay Regiment who fought valiantly led by Lt. Adnan. It showcases how the regiment was formed and how little time the soldiers have for training when the war called them to service. They were against fearsome invaders backed up with more weapons (both air and land) but the Malay soldiers was not deterred and kept on fighting. And the rest is history. 

The patriotism they showed is truly admirable.

Reflections at Bukit Chandu - World War II Interpretative Centre
Opium Packing Machine

Reflections at Bukit Chandu - World War II Interpretative Centre
Video Room

Reflections at Bukit Chandu - World War II Interpretative Centre
The Lounge 

Reflections at Bukit Chandu - World War II Interpretative Centre
Front Building


WILL: This is one of the museums that I really wanted to visit. Unlike other museums that is located in CBD area, Bukit Chandu is located in what else, on a top of a hill (Bukit - Malay word for hill). 

You can trek up for 15mins or via car to reach the newly renovated museum. So what to expect? This is the not so famous stories of Malay soldiers who battled with Japanese troops to defend Singapore. 

First floor showcases how the battalion was formed and trained how they gave their lives with honor. Second floor have this machines and procedures for opium packing. If you are history buffs, you will surely enjoy spending an hour or more in this building. 


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Reflections at Bukit Chandu
(W) https://www.nhb.gov.sg/bukitchandu
(H) 930am - 5pm
(A) 31-K Pepys Rd, Singapore 118458
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