-
Loyang Tua Pek Kong Temple
Adorned with large wooden carvings, swirling dragons, and hundreds of colourful effigies of deities, gods and saints, this modern temple embodies the Singaporean approach to spirituality, hosting three religions – Hinduism, Buddhism and Taoism – under one vast roof. Theres even a s
-
Singapore Flyer
Las Vegas High Roller may have since stolen its Worlds Biggest Observation Wheel title, but Singapores 165m-tall ferris wheel continues to serve up a gob-smacking panorama. On a clear day, the 30-minute ride will have you peering out over the Colonial District, CBD and Marina Bay,
-
Boat Quay
Closest to the river mouth, this was once Singapore’s centre of commerce, and it remained an important economic area into the 1960s. By the mid-1980s, many of the shophouses were in ruins, businesses having shifted to high-tech cargo centres elsewhere on the island. Declared a cons
-
Chinese Heritage Centre
Its no must-see, but this small museum at Nanyang Technological University is worth a visit if youre seeking some off-the-radar culture. Of its three exhibitions, Chinese More or Less and From Danmaxi to Xinjiapo: Ceramic and the Chinese in Singapore are the most interesting. The f
-
Universal Studios
Universal Studios is the top-drawer attraction in Resorts World. Shops, shows, restaurants, rides and roller-coasters are all neatly packaged into fantasy-world themes based on blockbuster Hollywood films. Top draws include Transformers: The Ride, a next-generation thrill ride depl
-
St Andrews Cathedral
Funded by Scottish merchants and built by Indian convicts, this wedding cake of a cathedral stands in stark contrast to the glass and steel surrounding it. Completed in 1838 but torn down and rebuilt in its present form in 1862 after lightning damage, its one of Singapores finest s
-
Hong San See Temple
Perched on a small hill, this imposing Chinese temple dates back to 1913. Its sloping tiled roofs and ornamented columns are southern Chinese in style, while the gilded woodcarvings adorning the inner doors are particularly impressive. In the main hall youll find an altar dedicated
-
Armenian Church
The Armenians were the first Christian community to build a permanent place of worship in Singapore – this handsome, neoclassical number was designed by eminent colonial architect George Coleman. Consecrated in 1836 and dedicated to St Gregory the Illuminator, the building features
-
Marina Bay Sands
Designed by Israeli–North American architect Moshe Safdie, Marina Bay Sands is a sprawling hotel, casino, mall, theatre, exhibition and museum complex. Star of the show is the Marina Bay Sands Hotel, its three 55-storey towers connected by a cantilevered sky park. Head up for a dri
-
Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum
What looks like a giant rock bursting with greenery is actually Singapores high-tech, child-friendly natural-history museum. The main Biodiversity Gallery delves into the origin of life using a stimulating combo of fossils, taxidermy and interactive displays. Hard to miss are Princ
-
Little India
This modest but colourful area of wall-to-wall shops, pungent aromas and Hindi film music is a relief from the prim modernity of many parts of the city. Centred around the southern end of Serangoon Rd, this is the place to come to pick up that framed print of Krishna youve always w
-
NUS Museum
Located on the verdant campus of the National University of Singapore (NUS), this museum is one of the citys lesser-known cultural delights. Ancient Chinese ceramics and bronzes, as well as archaeological fragments found in Singapore, dominate the ground-floor Lee Kong Chian Collec
-
Kuan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple
Awash with the frenetic click of chien tung (Chinese fortune sticks), this is one of Singapores busiest (and according to devotees, luckiest) temples. Its dedicated to the goddess of mercy, Kuan Yin (Guanyin), a much-loved bestower of good fortune. Flower sellers and fortune teller
-
Underwater World
Although Sentosas blockbuster S.E.A. Aquarium trumps Underwater World in the aquarium stakes, Underwater World remains popular for its 30-minute Dive with the Sharks experience ($120 per person, bookings essential). Entry to the aquarium includes admission to next-door Dolphin Lago
-
Thian Hock Keng Temple
Surprisingly, Chinatown’s oldest and most important Hokkien temple is often a haven of tranquility. Built between 1839 and 1842, it’s a beautiful place, and once the favourite landing point of Chinese sailors, before land reclamation pushed the sea far down the road. Typically, the
-
Sri Mariamman Temple
Paradoxically in the middle of Chinatown, this is the oldest Hindu temple in Singapore, originally built in 1823, then rebuilt in 1843. You cant miss the fabulously animated, Technicolor 1930s gopuram (tower) above the entrance, the key to the temples south Indian Dravidian style.
-
Pasir Ris Park
Stretching along a couple of kilometres of the northeast coast, a short walk from Pasir Ris MRT station, this peaceful, 71-hectare waterside park has no shortage of family-friendly activities. Rent a bike or in-line skates to get around, or hoof it and explore the 6-hectare mangrov
-
Malay Heritage Centre
The Kampong Glam area is the historic seat of Malay royalty, resident here before the arrival of Raffles, and the istana (palace) on this site was built for the last sultan of Singapore, Ali Iskander Shah, between 1836 and 1843. Its now a museum, its recently revamped galleries exp
-
Night Safari
At Night Safari, electric trams glide past over 130 species, including tigers and elephants, with more docile creatures often passing within inches of the trams. Walking trails lead to enclosures inaccessible by tram, though sighting the animals can be a little hit-and-miss. (In tr
-
Sakya Muni Buddha Gaya Temple
Dominating this temple is a 15m-tall, 300-tonne Buddha. Keeping him company is an eclectic cast of deities, including Kuan Yin (Guanyin), the Chinese goddess of mercy and, interestingly, the Hindu deities Brahma and Ganesh. The yellow tigers flanking the entrance symbolise protecti
Total
265 -travel
FirstPage PreviousPage NextPage LastPage CurrentPage:
12/14 20-travel/Page Goto:
