Orchard Road Singapore
Tourists visit this place as wide varieties of shops where all kinds of goods starting from clothes to household items to accessories are available in a wide range. The street was once famous for the nutmeg and pepper plantation in the local areas.
The name of the street is derived from the fruit orchards, which were located on both sides of the street. The street developed its commercial stances in 1850s. Business flourished but the kind of trade changed as advanced shopping malls and departmental stores replaced the fruit orchards. The advancement and population have changed the picture as Orchard Road is considered as one of the busiest roads in Singapore. The glittering advanced shopping malls give the place a new tinge. Ngee Ann City, Wisma Atria, Centerpoint and Tangs departmental stores are the common shopping plazas on Orchard Street.
Being a significant tourist destination Orchard road holds a renowned place among the tourist attractions of Singapore.
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