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It may
surprise many to know that the small city-state of
Singapore is only one of two cities in the world to have a
significant area of primary rainforest within its
boundaries. For environmentalists and conservationists,
parks and garden in Singapore, occupying a total land area
of 1,500 hectares? Bounded by the land and manpower
constraints, farms practise modern intensive farming that
suits the tropical climate. This makes them interesting as
unique Singapore nature attractions.
One will be
surprised to find so many different types of park and garden here in
Singapore. Visitors can even observe nocturnal park and
gardens in their natural surroundings.
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Bukit Timah Nature Reserve
It may surprise many to know that the small city-state of
Singapore is only one of two cities in the world to have a
significant area of primary rainforest within its
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Chek Jawa
For environmentalists and conservationists, Chek Jawa is a
gem of marine wildlife. Located at the eastern tip of
Pulau Ubin, Chek Jawa is a collection of six distinct
habitats - coastal forest, mangroves, sand bars, seagrass
lagoon, rocky shore & coral rubble. |
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Chinese Garden
Step into the Chinese Garden and you might just imagine
you’re in ancient China! Built in 1975 and designed by
Prof Yuen-chen Yu, a well-known architect from Taiwan, the
Chinese Garden is modeled along the northern Chinese
imperial style of architecture and landscaping. |
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East Coast Park
Looking for a one-stop family fun site? It has to be East
Coast Park. Located off the East Coast Parkway, the beach
and landscaped terrains make East Coast Park a weekend
favourite for Singaporeans. |
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Fort Canning Park
Established way back in 1859 as an arms store, barracks
and hospital, Fort Canning contains precious memorials of
Singapore's early history dating back to the 14th century
and Sir Stamford Raffles' personal bungalow. |
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