A surrealist 1937 theme park containing over 1;000 statues and 150 dioramas depicting Chinese folklore and the gruesome 'Ten Courts of Hell'; the park was built using hand-painted plaster and concrete by the Tiger Balm tycoons; explore the Hell Museum at dusk; the shadows grow long across the distorted; multi-coloured figures; the air is hot and the visual density of the dioramas creates a jarring; kaleidoscopic experience.
About Haw Par Villa
A surrealist 1937 theme park containing over 1;000 statues and 150 dioramas depicting Chinese folklore and the gruesome 'Ten Courts of Hell'; the park was built using hand-painted plaster and concrete by the Tiger Balm tycoons; explore the Hell Museum at dusk; the shadows grow long across the distorted; multi-coloured figures; the air is hot and the visual density of the dioramas creates a jarring; kaleidoscopic experience.
Why Visit
Haw Par Villa is one of Singapore's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
Insider Tips
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Haw Par Villa is best explored on foot — take your time and soak in the atmosphere.
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Visit at different times of day for a completely different perspective.
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Combine your visit with nearby attractions to make the most of your time in Singapore.
