Katong seems to have strong physical identity, which can be seen from still-existing Peranakan-style old shop houses along the streets, with distinct, easily recognizable coloured tiles, decorative plaster motifs, etc. These colourful and unique shop houses are one of the features that cannot be missed once one is in Katong area. The preservation of these rich, traditional cultural structures is all the more significant and important as Katong still shines as one of Singapore’s unique traditional heritage area although it is now surrounded by tall buildings and modern apartments