The Pasar Malam

In Singapore, some of these pop up around the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. Pasar malam means simply 'night market' in Malay. But these are (often large) temporary market tents with vendors selling halal foods, toys, clothing, household things, electronic goods and lots and lots of bling. There were also quite a few henna hand-painting outfits on our visit. The one we went to at Payar Lebar in July consisted of several huge, circus-sized tents dotted around the free space.

During Ramadan, worshippers are only supposed to eat after sundown - hence I suspect the night market element. And if you are craving fried and spicy snacks or sweets, you will certainly find them here! After the festival, these market tents all disappear.

Worth a visit if you are in Singapore at the right time. (You can click on the photos to enlarge.)