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Coney Island

Located off the northeastern coast of Singapore is the picturesque island of Pulau Serangoon, or as it is more popularly known, Coney Island. A beautiful little island, Coney Island is known for housing a wide variety of flora and fauna, thanks to the vast diversity of habitats that are found here, such as coastal forests, woodlands, grasslands, and mangroves. These habitats are also ideal for birds to thrive and grow, and thus the Coney Island is also a bird watcher’s delight. This ecologically sustainable park is the perfect place to hang out, enjoy at the beach, enjoy cycling, take some photographs, and explore the nearby areas. The Casuarina Exploration area, which has recycled timber from uprooted trees, is also an interesting place to explore while at the beach. The charm of the Coney Island lies in how undeveloped it is, and the only way to find out is to pay this charming island a visit! Read More

Away from the busy traffic and the blaring horns, from the soaring skyscrapers and the bustling highways, explore your way through the peaceful streets of Pulau Ubin at your own pace on a bicycle. Situated off the coast of north-eastern Singapore, Pulau Ubin, which means "Granite Island", is endowed with towering coconut trees which sway with the cool breeze, wonderful shorelines, and an abundance of flora and fauna. Explore the scenic beauty of this dense island, teeming with fascinating wildlife like monkeys, wild boars and Malayan water monitors, surrounded by bright and beautiful flowers while breathing in the fresh, unpolluted air. The flourishing mangroves, the sprawling fruit plantations, and the surrounding tranquil beaches along with the quaint, laid-back atmosphere of the village encompassing Pulau Ubin add to the charm of the place and give it a unique, serene aura. The remnants of Singapore's last villages, popularly known as the kampongs, make you feel as if you have travelled back in time to the 1960s. With basic skills in riding bicycles, you can embark on a thrilling, four-hour long ride and finally have your fill of adventure. Set yourself free on this bicycle tour that takes you through all the unexplored and concealed dirt tracks and tarmac roads in this rural island. You can choose if you want to go on an unguided tour or a guided one. Read More

The Dairy Farm Nature Park is a magnificent nature park located in the Upper Bukit Timah area of Singapore. Spread across a thriving 63-hectare land, it is famous for nature trails, hiking, and the quarry. At the south-western end of the park lies the Singapore Quarry, a relaxing wetland and picturesque spot, serving as a prime spot for freshwater flora and fauna including the critically endangered little grebe bird. Gain knowledge about the changing landscape of the dairy farm and explore the wonders of nature through varied exhibits at the Dairy Farm Nature Park. Although this park does not have cows anymore (as it is no longer a dairy farm), it still stands out from most parks in Singapore due to it being the place where the Wallace Education Centre resides. The Centre is Singapore's first field study hub for students and provides great opportunities for hands-on work and overwhelming experience. The Wallace Environmental Lab is also situated at Dairy Farm Nature Park, which is the primary structure in which all research studies, activities, etc., for students, is conducted. Read More

One of the grandest festivals in India, Deepavali in Singapore is quite grand. As light triumphs over darkness, the Little India of Singapore comes to life with colourful rangolis and vibrant fairy lights. Prior to the grand Deepavali celebrations in Singapore, the streets of Little India are thronged by families for shopping at the many vibrant bazaars lining the stunningly lit up streets. Deepavali, also known as Diwali, is a Hindu festival which falls on the month of Kartika in the Hindu calendar each year and is a massive celebration among the Indians residing in Little India. The Goddess Lakshmi is the prime deity worshipped during this festival to seek prosperity and fertility. The entire market area is decorated with bright festive lights, with the scents of floral garlands and incense flowing across the whole area and jewellery and clothes shops swamped by people looking to buy jewellery and traditional Indian wear. Deepavali is Singapore is incomplete without enjoying the music performances under the stars in Little India while getting an intricate henna tattoo done. People can also be seen visiting the many coffee shops in the neighbourhood and enjoying a wholesome mug of Teh Tarik to watch one of the most beautiful celebrations in Singapore. Read More

East Coast Park is a 15km long stretch of seafront park, the largest in Singapore, nestled along the southeastern coast. Spread across 185 hectares of reclaimed land, the beautiful park is a much-loved spot among the locals who flock here to windsurf, swim, kayak, picnic, swim, barbecue, bicycle, skateboard and eat. Synonymous with sporty outdoor activities, East Coast Park stretches from the Tanjong Katong Road in Joo Kiat to the National Sailing Centre in Bedok. It also connected to the Changi Beach Park by the 8km Coastal Park Connector Network. The bicycle track at this mesmerising park is often flocked with cyclists and rollerbladers, while the water babies can be spotted enjoying water sports and aquatic activities. East Coast Park also houses the world-class Xtreme SkatePark, heaven for thrill-seeking skateboarders. Read More

Breathtaking architecture, quaint shophouses and beautiful heritage buildings make Emerald Hill Road one of Singapore's hidden gems. The tree-lined boulevard with trendy bars and terrace houses (which Emerald Road is most famous for), makes for a picture postcard neighbourhood - a verdant stretch standing in stark contrast to its immediate neighbour, Orchard Road, which is one of Singapore's main shopping areas, always full of hustle and bustle. It is worth walking by for those visiting Orchard Road. Emerald Hill Road is littered with professional photographers as well as amateurs, all of whom are captivated by the exquisite and elegant architecture splashed all along this frangipani scented Road. The quaint pastel-shaded road has a colourful and tumultuous history, involving Chinese immigrants, English settlers and for a major part, Peranakan settlers. Influential Peranakan settlers bought houses along Emerald Hill Road, and this influenced the culture and architecture of the Road greatly, giving it the beautiful terrace houses it is now famous for. The essence of Emerald Hill Road lies in the structural design of its terrace and shophouses, all of which were built in the early 1900s and reflect the beauty and grandeur of that age. The large mansions with their majestic frontage, intricately carved wooden decorations and extraordinarily big entrance gates work together to transport the visitor back in time. Many visitors discover the architectural beauty of Emerald Hill Road, when they wander, almost by accident, onto this tranquil road with its quirky bars, colonial terrace houses and red-bricked souvenir shops. Read More

The Esplanade is a performing arts centre situated near the Marina Bay which focuses on international artists and has hosted over 37,000 shows. The Esplanade has had over 26 million guests for over 15 years and counting. It is a 60,000 square meter expanse dedicated just to theatre and arts. Situated right at the mouth of the Singapore River, it got its name from the Esplanade Park, in which Theatres by the bay is located. This performing arts centre has a concert hall with a seating capacity of about 1,600 and a theatre capacity of 2000 audience members for the performing arts. The Esplanade stages new shows every few months and believe in providing opportunities to the emerging artists and practitioners. The in-house programming team presents over 14 festivals and 20 ongoing series throughout the year. Its primary mandate is to create a platform for professional live theatre that is affordable and accessible by the general masses, contributing to the regional economy by hiring performers and technical staff. Visitors have been inspired by the creativity oozing out of this place. The shows hosted here spread across cultures and genres, bridging cultural differences and stereotypes. There are also stores for shopping where you can shop for items as diverse as a customised cosmetic product or a musical instrument, making the Esplanade an option for the shopaholics too. Read More

The second hippest area in Singapore (after Tiong Bahru), Everton Park is a great place for foodies and fun-lovers! Right opposite to the Duxton area, this charming neighbourhood is a mix of suburban and old-fashioned ideas. It is definitely a must-visit for those who like to explore the food scene of Singapore with its cafes and restaurants. The architecture of Everton Park is such that the rows of flats have been intertwined with one another uniquely, which creates a maze-like structure when one walks through the corridors. The shops also feature the works of the artist Yip who lived and walked on this street for 20 years, which only adds to the fun and charm of visiting this place. While at Everton Park, get your hands on some top-notch coffee at Nylon Coffee Roasters or Just Want Coffee, sumptuous ice cream from Everton Creamery, healthy and delicious poke bowls at Alakai, superb desserts at Ji Xiang Confectionary or even a grooming session at Mister Moustache Barber Shop. Read More

F1 Street Circuit Driving Experience in Singapore

The F1 Street Circuit Driving Experience at Marina Bay Sands is every F1 aficionado’s dream come true. This driving experience allows the racer to drive on Singapore’s F1 track for fifteen minutes either by himself/herself or with the help of a professional. The F1 Street Circuit Driving Experience enables one to drive any one of three swanky cars - Lamborghini, McLaren and Ferrari. This circuit is located at Bayfront Avenue in Marina Bay Sands which allows the driver to enjoy various attractions along the drive like Sands SkyPark, Infinity Pool and MBS casino. On completion, a certificate and recording of the drive captured by the cameras are provided. Read More

The First Generation Sculpture is a major tourist attraction which adorns the banks of the Singapore River near the Fullerton Hotel. It is one of the rarest pieces of art, portraying five boys playing by the bank. It has beautifully captured the essence of the carefree days of the first immigrants of Singapore by freezing the motion of the boys about to jump into the river, naked. In the former days, swimming in the river was a common pastime. The Singapore River was but a huge swimming pool, and the residents had the time of their lives in it. This life-like sculpture is a revival of the fun-filled days of Singapore as it used to be earlier. In the words of Michelangelo, 'Every block of stone has a statue inside it and it is the task of the sculptor to discover it'; and indeed, what a breathtaking sculpture was envisioned by the famous Singaporean sculptor, Chong Fah Cheong! He saw five boys in bronze and did not stop carving until he set them free. The dynamic First Generation Sculpture was unveiled on the 31st of December, 2000 and has remained at the same historically significant site by the riverbank till date. It was created as an honour to the immigrants of Singapore and to remind the present generation of the former in the economic as well as social development of this proliferating city. Read More