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Identity Corridors

Historic East Identity Corridor Guide

Book cover: "Stories from the Historic East: A Tapestry of Colors and Traditions," featuring colorful Singaporean buildings.

From Katong-Joo Chiat to Siglap and East Coast, dive into the history, evolution, and magic behind the Historic East Corridor in this local identity guide.

Identity Corridors were identified in the 2022 Long-Term Plan. Over 15,000 people shared their aspirations and ideas for three Identity Corridors with unique urban and natural qualities, with opportunities to enhance their connectivity and create more engaging public spaces.

Download the Historic East Guide to find out more (opens in new tab)