Commons:Wiki Loves Living Heritage in Singapore/Annex A

Intangible Cultural Heritage elements

Below are some Intangible Cultural Heritage elements in Singapore that participants can consider for the photo competition. Participants can also refer to the Inventory for the full list of elements.

Element	Category
Traditional Stonemasonry for the Making of Tombstones	Traditional Craftsmanship
Traditional Malay Medicine	Knowledge and Practices concerning Nature and Universe
Traditional Chinese Pastries	Food Heritage
Traditional Chinese Medicine	Knowledge and Practices concerning Nature and Universe
Traditional Breakfast of Kopi and Kaya	Food Heritage
Orchid Cultivation	Social Practices, Rituals, and Festive Events / Knowledge and Practices concerning Nature and Universe
Nyonya Beadwork and Embroidery	Social Practices, Rituals, and Festive Events / Traditional Craftsmanship
Malay Dance Forms	Performing Arts
Making of Rattan Products	Traditional Craftsmanship
Making of Gold Jewellery by Indian Goldsmiths	Traditional Craftsmanship
Making of Flower Garlands	Traditional Craftsmanship
Making of Chinese Medicated Oils	Knowledge and Practices concerning Nature and Universe
Making and Wearing of Songkok	Social Practices, Rituals, and Festive Events
Making and Wearing of Baju Kurong	Social Practices, Rituals, and Festive Events
Indian Music Traditions	Performing Arts
Indian Dance Forms	Performing Arts
Hawker Culture	Food Heritage / Social Practices, Rituals, and Festive Events / Traditional Craftsmanship
Dikir Barat	Oral traditions and Expressions / Performing Arts
Craft and Practices related to Kebaya	Social Practices, Rituals, and Festive Events / Traditional Craftsmanship
Chinese Puppetry	Performing Arts / Social Practices, Rituals, and Festive Events
Chinese Opera	Performing Arts
Cheongsam Tailoring	Traditional Craftsmanship / Social Practices, Rituals, and Festive Events
Birthing Traditions	Social Practices, Rituals, and Festive Events / Knowledge and Practices concerning Nature and Universe

Heritage Businesses in Historic Precincts and Heartlands

Found across historic precincts or within one’s neighbourhood, heritage businesses and trades are important contributors to the cultural identity in Singapore. Upholding decades-long dedication to their craft or trade, heritage businesses are key to strengthening the character of our various precincts and heartlands. Heritage businesses are diverse, ranging from food establishments to traditional medical halls and haberdasheries. For more examples, participants are encouraged to explore the various heritage businesses and trades located in historic precincts and neighbourhoods, such as Balestier, Chinatown, and Little India. Below is a non-exhaustive list of historic precincts and neighbourhoods where heritage businesses/trades may be found.

1. Balestier
2. Bras Basah and Bugis
3. Chinatown
4. Clementi
5. Joo Chiat and Katong
6. Little India
7. Tiong Bahru
8. Yishun
9. Etc.