Chijmes Singapore

Chijmes

The Old Chijmes

Once the Convent of the Holy Infant Jesus (CHIJ), and is established in 1854. The order of the Holy Infant Jesus was founded by a Frenchman, Father Nicholas Barre. Was born in Amiens, France in 1621 and educated at a Jesuit college in his hometown, Nicholas Barre decided to dedicate his life to God. Despite of the success he had, he was a man of humility and the idea of improving education in France struck him.

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The process of restoration

After almost five and a half years of painstaking conservation and construction work, what was once the Convent of the Holy Infant Jesus(CHIJ) and the seat of education for generations of Singapore girls, has been converted into a plaza of theme retail and F&B outlets interspersed with ample outdoor spaces and courtyards, cloistered walls and long, covered walkways. This haven in the city hub of Singapore, known as Chijmes (pronounced "chimes"), is a S$100 million project unmatched for its location and unique ambience.

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The Chijmes

When first time I saw this architecture, I thought it was a church, yes it is, but when I enter the premise, lots of questions suddenly bothers me, I have seen lots of Bars and Restaurants inside the premise which is for me was against the Lord, because church is for sabbath not for pleasure, fun or whatever. I actually don't have any idea about the background nor the story behind the chijmes. On the other hand, I am amazed knowing that it is very unique, the chijmes got nice location, it is located right after the big business establishments "city".