Joanna James
The Garden City is one of Asia's most loved travel destinations, getting to know the country, its fabulous attractions and food is quite the thrill. Listed are a few charms that make Singapore grand.
One of Asia's most alluring locations, the Marina Bay district in Singapore is simply enchanting. A futuristic precinct to explore the area is home to the popular Gardens by the Bay while across the water the country's mystical symbol the Merlion gazes across the Singapore Sea. The magical landscaping of the gardens are to be reckoned, located a short distance from a Park Hotel Group resort the gardens are home to the futuristic super trees offering stunning birds-eye views of the area. Head over to the Merlion Park, and marvel at the huge statue which is the country's iconic symbol, representing the country's fishing heritage and inheritance as a lion nation. There you can check out the shops and stop for a meal at a restaurant.
Experience the city's Chinese heritage with a visit to Chinatown, located within the Central Business District. Snuggled up between the huge skyscrapers and modern vibes of the city, this traditional precinct offers you a collection of vintage shop houses, food stalls and colourful festivities to enjoy. Do treat the foodie in you to the marvellous array of food there, from the traditional noodles soups to varieties of dumplings, while souvenir hunters will find a range of goodies to buy as gifts or keepsakes. As Singapore is home to some of the best luxury hotels in Asia many visitors find visiting the vintage allures of Chinatown, with its bustling little alleys, and smiling locals, quite the opposite attraction.
Shopping and leisure activities along the Singapore River is an age-old tradition, and Clarke Quay remains true to this custom, offering a range of chic boutiques, riverside cafes and classy restaurants to explore. Apart for the lovely views of the city across the water, Clarke Quay is ideal to enjoy an evening at; home to a number of chic nightclubs the place is loved by both locals and visitors for its party vibes once the sun sets.
Beautiful beaches and the huge Universal Studios theme park are just a few of the allures Sentosa Island offers. The place is a beautiful precinct of fun and entertainment from the underwater aquarium to dolphin shows, cable car rides and fabulous restaurants, the ideal venue for loads of family fun, Sentosa will not disappoint.
Easy to reach from your Singapore city hotel, the Night Safari is ideal for viewing the lifestyles of nocturnal animals from across Asia. Well laid out, a natural habitat is recreated to offer visitors a safari-like experience across the park. Once done, make sure stop at the souvenir shop to pick up a few unique gift items.
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