Cathay Building
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Facts and practical information
The Cathay Building was opened in 1939 by Dato Loke Wan Tho as the headquarters for the British Malaya Broadcasting Corporation. Located at 2 Handy Road in the Museum Planning Area of Singapore, the building was most known for its air-conditioned theatre known as the Cathay Cinema, then a technological marvel and the first to be built in Singapore. Cathay Building was the first skyscraper in Singapore and tallest building in Southeast Asia at that time. ()
Day trips
Cathay Building – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: National Museum of Singapore, Plaza Singapura, Fort Canning, Cathedral of the Good Shepherd.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Cathay Building open?
Cathay Building is open:
- Monday 24h
- Tuesday 24h
- Wednesday 24h
- Thursday 24h
- Friday 24h
- Saturday 24h
- Sunday 24h