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Temporary Exhibitions
Flavours of Life: A Herbs and Spices Exhibition
4 September - 25 November 2007;  29 January - 13 July 2008


Temu KunciStep into the tantalising world of herbs and spices through beautiful nature-themed stamps! Since ancient times, herbs and spices have been valued for their aromatic qualities and medicinal benefits. Once worth their weight in gold, some of the most highly-prized herbs and spices, like nutmeg, were grown only in Southeast Asia. Unravel the fascinating history of herbs and spices in Southeast Asia, and in particularly, Singapore. Find out the important role Singapore played in the spice trade and which parts of the island used to be spice plantations.

Torch Ginger Azerbaycan Chillies