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Haw Par Villa
🧠Fact: A unique theme park built in 1937, famous for its surreal statues and depictions of Chinese folklore and mythology.
💡 Tip: Visit the Ten Courts of Hell exhibit — one of Singapore’s quirkiest and creepiest attractions.
Info: Haw Par Villa is a unique cultural park in Singapore, renowned for its vivid depictions of Chinese mythology and folklore. Established in 1937 by Aw Boon Haw, the creator of Tiger Balm, the park features over 1,000 statues and 150 dioramas illustrating tales from Chinese legends, Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism. Its most famous attraction, the Ten Courts of Hell, graphically portrays the consequences of moral transgressions in the afterlife. The park also houses the Hell's Museum, offering insights into death and the afterlife across various cultures. Admission to Haw Par Villa is free, making it an accessible destination for those interested in exploring Asian cultural heritage.