A city, a state or a country?
Well, Singapore is all three of them combined together in one little
sovereign island in Southeast Asia.
Although the country is fairly new to the records, it's a global metropolis and
a highly developed country that offers a taste of all cultures to everyone.
While exploring the streets of Singapore, you'd come across vast mall promenades,
which serve varieties of cuisines and flavors, which are worth a try.
Don't forget to add them to your Singapore itinerary while you travel
to these must visit locations.
Number one: Gardens by the Bay.
With an aim to make Singapore greener gardens by the bay was established as
a garden destination with the aid of landscape designers, horticulturalists
and experts in the industry.
The bay consists of three gardens bay south, bay central and bay east,
quite like the Botanic garden, but with a twist of modern architecture.
Gardens by the bay is home to the highly photographed super tree
grove observatory, the cloud forest, flower dome and floral fantasy.
The sunset view of the garden is extraordinary
making it one of the best tourist spots to visit as dusk approaches.
Number two: Merlion park.
The very icon of Singapore is a hybrid fish line statue that rises up to eight
meters or more facing a waterfront park.
It's the most famous location in Singapore with over 1 million
travelers visiting annually.
It was initially placed by the mouth of the Singapore river later after the
completion of the esplanade bridge.
The visibility of this monument was disturbed.
Hence it was moved to the current Merlion park that overlooks the marina bay area.
Some locals even believe that the eastward direction of the
Merlion statue brings prosperity.
Merlion park should definitely be at the top of your list of places to
include in your Singapore itinerary.
Number three: Clark Quay.
Surrounding the Singapore river Clark Quay is a historical location and
a famous shopping mall that houses over 280 stores of premier clothing,
brands, clubs, entertainment centres
and restaurants.
Clark way offers a new perspective on shopping and Riverside dining.
It is also a hippie location that attracts countless tourists as well as
locals for its variety of nightlife party options, though it is famously known
for its exclusive nightclubs it still has many to offer for other travelers
looking to shop or simply dying by the Riverside with their loved one.
Number four: Singapore flyer.
If you're not afraid of Heights and you love picturesque views, taking
a ride on the Singapore flyer should definitely be on your bucket list.
Singapore flyer is a giant observation wheel that has individual capsules that
carry people 165 meters high up in the sky, promising a view like non other
irregular capsule can accommodate up to 28 people, but the type of capsule can
be decided based on your budget and need.
It could be a romantic date or even a family tour with kids.
The iconic wheel will not disappoint you with its offering.
Number five: Marina Bay Sands.
A five-star hotel, and Singapore's most iconic hotel with the world's biggest
infinity pool, marina bay sands is a famous tourist spot that has been gaining
travel at attention in the recent past.
It's built according to Fengshui hence a distinctive shape.
While the sustainable art science museum hosts many events for adults,
as well as kids for which inquisitive travelers like you could join in.
Unfortunately, access to the infinity pool is given only
to those staying at the hotel.
If you do want to treat yourself to a luxury stay,
you can give Marina Bay a try.
Number six: Universal Studios.
Located in Sentosa island, Universal studios singapore, is a world renowned
theme park and Southeast Asia's first and only universal studios theme park
that features about 28 rides and shows.
It offers adventures for all types of travellers be it a
thrill-seeker or a fairy tale fan.
This world-class park will offer countless experiences from the
Lost world of Jurassic park to Dreamworks animations, and many more.
The ticket price might be slightly on the higher side, but if it's
the experience that you're yearning for, it surely is worth a visit.
Number seven: Cloud forest.
Located within the famous gardens by the bay, Cloud forest is a modern high-tech
greenhouse that has its own waterfall and advanced plantation techniques.
It compromises 0.8 hectares, about as big as 60 Olympic size swimming pools.
When you walk into the forest, you'd witness the misty beauty of
the 35 meter indoor mountain lush vegetation and flora surrounding it.
The two platforms offer two different viewing angles and the
tree top walk, which is the second level is quite the experience.
Travelers feel as if they've just climbed up a tall tropical hill.
The cloud forest is truly a manmade masterpeice.
Number eight: Raffles hotel.
Located in the colonial district, Raffles hotel Singapore was established
in 1887 and is an icon for grandeur and charm amongst many travelers.
Come present day, it has gone through many restoration phases while the hotel
still maintains its 19th century opulence
and ambiance.
Being the only high-end hotel in Singapore with unique architectural
values Raffles has once been the residence of famous figures like
Michael Jackson and Queen Elizabeth II.
Number nine: Buddha Tooth Relic Temple.
An illustrious monument located in Chinatown, the Buddha Tooth Relic temple
and museum is quite famous amongst local Buddhist devoutees and travelers who are
in search of cultural awe against the urban backdrop of Singaporean skyscrapers.
This massive historical building looks like two areas merged together.
The architectural style resembles that of the dang dynasty in China.
Currently, the Tooth Relic is placed on the fourth floor of the temple
and visitors are allowed to view it.
Make sure to drop by the temple on your Singaporean adventure.
Number 10: Chinatown.
A city area that takes the form of a miniature town in China, Chinatown
in Singapore is one of the most famous Chinatowns in the world.
The streets are sprawling with locals and tourists scouting around in search
of Singapore's dynamic Chinese culture.
The five precedents here are Telok Ayer, Kreta Ayer, Club
Street, Duxton, and Bukit Pasoh.
Each of these offers a whole different experience altogether offering
mesmerizing dishes, admirablecrafts and antiques, and quality wine.
If you're looking for tourist spots, Chinatown must surely make
it to your Singapore itinerary.