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Singapore Attractions
Animal Kingdom
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Civic District
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Ethnic Quarters |
Landmarks and Memorials |
Museums |
Sculptures
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Other Attractions |
Parks & Nature Reserves |
Places of Worship |
Singapore River
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Theme Attractions
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Suburban Living |
World War II Sites & Memorials
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Butterfly Park and Insect Kingdom
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Jurong BirdPark *
Night Safari *
Singapore Zoological Gardens
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Underwater World
Theme Attractions
Spend a relaxing day
away from the hustle and bustle of the city and immerse yourself in the
local lifestyle. It's easy to get there. Simply step on board the
Mass Rapid Transit and let the trains whisk you away to our
heartlands. Browse through "mom & pop" shops or the more modern suburban
shopping malls. Catch a movie at the cineplex. And don't forget to have a
cup of local tea or coffee at the kopitiam
Changi Village
Off the beaten track, Changi Village
shows a more relaxed side of Singapore. The local beach has clean sand that
attracts fishermen and bathers alike, especially on weekends. In the village
itself, there are plenty of bargains to be found - T-shirts, electronic
equipment, carpets, Indian cotton clothing, shoes, batik dresses, kimonos
and all types of table linen. When hunger strikes, head for the food centre
or try one of the restaurants along the main street. Relax in the shade of
an umbrella, order some fresh seafood and watch the world go by.
The
Changi Chapel & Museum which is within the vicinity, is well
worth a visit.
Getting There: Take the MRT to Tanah Merah Station (EW4) and
board SBS bus 2
Holland Village
This small area of Singapore still
has the feel of a village about it, with its own wet market and shophouses
selling everything from straw brooms to valuable antiques. Holland Village
is a microcosm of Singapore life, a curious mix between old and new - old
coffee shops and hawker stalls jostle for space with ritzy new wine bars and
restaurants. The Holland Road Shopping Centre is alive with interesting
shops, including some selling Asian arts, crafts and antiques. Electronic
goods and factory outlet clothing are other good buys. During weekends, much
of Singapore seem to congregate at Holland Village to shop, chat and have a
meal.
Getting There: Take SBS bus 7 or 106 from Orchard Boulevard
Katong
Neighbouring Katong is a quiet
residential area formerly dominated by wealthy Straits Chinese families or
the Peranakans. Many of the older Peranakan homes, now standing back from
the sea, were once seaside villas. Parkway Parade is the place to find
shopping bargains, but Katong is best known for its wonderful eating houses
specialising in Peranakan cuisine. For Chinese seafood, the shophouses along
East Coast Road offer a tasty treat.
Getting There: Take SBS bus 14 or 16 from Orchard Road
Tampines
Tampines, a HDB estate in the
north-east of Singapore, has the distinction of having won the coveted
United Nations World Habitat Award for Excellent Housing Design. With new
schools, shops, markets, beautiful playgrounds, two golf courses, a swimming
pool, badminton hall and stadium, it has all the facilities its residents
could want. Two large suburban shopping malls,
Century Square and
Tampines Mall, take centrestage as the hub of the Tampines
community as it bustles with year-round activities.
Getting There: Take the MRT to Tampines Station (EW2)
Toa Payoh
As one of Singapore's first housing
estates, Toa Payoh has developed a distinct character through the years. The
area bustles with activity and is a great place to soak into the local
lifestyle. It boasts Singapore's only air-conditioned bus interchange and
visitors will be spoilt for choices at range of merchandise, food and
entertainment option available. Here you can pick up garments at
attractively low prices - T-shirts and shorts at SGD 10 for three items or
children's clothes for as little as SGD 2. Toa Payoh town centre has its own
cinemas, hawker centres, coffee shops, a library and a nearby park.
Getting There: Take the MRT to Toa Payoh Station (NS19)
Yushun
Yishun is a satellite
suburb in the north of the island. Step straight off the MRT into the
six-level
Northpoint Centre, a modern shopping mall complete with all
the brand names to be found along
Orchard Road. Right next to Northpoint is a high quality
8-cinema multiplex. And on the other side is a row of shophouses selling
food and bargain goods.
Getting There: Take the MRT to Yishun Station (NS13)
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