About this Place Of Interest

Built in 1937, Haw Par Villa is a unique mythological theme park that depicts scenes from famous Chinese legends and folklore such as Madame White Snake and Journey to the West. Many of the park's displays also vividly demonstrate the Confucian beliefs of virtue and filial piety.

About this Learning Experience

In this unique theme park, learn about how the characters, plot and setting in traditional folk tales can act as moral guidance by teaching its audience the differences between right and wrong.

Syllabus Content

• Interpreting and Engaging with Texts
• Apply the processes of meaning making in the Areas of Study (plot, character, setting and atmosphere, theme), explore the contexts in which texts are written and read, and make connections with self, other texts and the rest of the world

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