Battle Box, Singapore
The former HQ of the British army during World War 2, now turned into an air-conditioned museum complete with animatronic figures retelling the events of the days before surrender.
The former HQ of the British army during World War 2, now turned into an air-conditioned museum complete with animatronic figures retelling the events of the days before surrender. Nearest MRT station Dhoby Ghaut, but it's a steamy hike up the hill.
Hours
Sun
10:00
18:00
Mon
Closed
Tue
10:00
18:00
Wed
10:00
18:00
Thu
10:00
18:00
Fri
10:00
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10:00
18:00
Battle Box and Nearby Sights on Map
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National Museum of Singapore
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Istana
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Mint Museum of Toys
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Sri Krishnan Temple
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Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho
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Asian Civilisations Museum
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