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Loading ...The very mention of Singapore brings memories of tall skyscrapers, clean roads, efficient administration and above all spectacular Mega malls with a glittering array of international brands for shopping plus of course tourist attractions. Today we see three different sites of Singapore – a reservoir park, a bird park and a museum.
The Mac Ritchie reservoir park:
The smallest nation is Southeast Asia has another side to it as well. One that is hard to imagine given that its only 707.1 sq kms.
Hard to imagine this in the heart of Singapore, yes this is indeed in Singapore. One of the main reservoirs of Singapore, it is a popular site for family outings and picnics as they provide a quiet respite to the hustle and bustle of city living. Over 100 hectare of primary forest flourishes around MacRitchie Reservoir. The best way to enjoy this is to go on the clearly marked walking trails that wind through it.
Ranging from distances of 3km to 11km, each of the five routes offersdifferent hiking experiences and unique views of the tranquil forest.
Photograph : Vijay
The Jurong Bird Park:Romancing with Flamingoes ! in Singapore.
Yes this is the Jurong BirdPark – a 20.2 hectare open-concept park. It is the largest in the Asia Pacific and the best in the world. Its collection of more than 9,000 birds from 600 species is among the largest in the world. Most surprising is that is in situated in heart of Singapore’s manufacturing belt – such a strong statement to the islands clear air drives and efficient factories.
The Park has four aviaries, among which is the world’s largest walk-in aviary with the tallest man-made waterfall for visitors to enjoy a close-up view of free-flying birds from Africa and South America.
Photograph : Vijay
The Asian Civilisation Museum
The Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) is the first museum in the region to present a broad yet integrated perspective of pan-Asian cultures and civilizations. The Asian Civilisations Museum’s flagship at Empress Place opened on 2 March 2003. Occupying over 14,000 square metres at the newly-restored Empress Place Building, it houses 11 galleries which showcase over 1300 artefacts from the Museum’s growing collections on the civilisations of China, Southeast Asia, South Asia and West Asia/ Islamic.
The piece de resistance a Chola Bronze – Uma Paramershwari idol. The aura of seeing the handiwork of the gifted artist over 1000 years ago, by the lost wax method and sheer mastery of craftsmanship will leave you spellbound. Two feet in height, the detailing so exquisite, the grace and calm of her face and love in the smile, the lovely locks of her hair falling into rolling tresses over her shoulders, the intricate ornaments on his neck, the grace of her poise, the gentle sway accentuating the narrow waist, the beautiful and elaborate work on his lower garments, her hands and fingers bring life to the figurine. More on my blog .
Photograph : Vijay
a very diffrent look at singapore…i am sure vijay has more up his sleeve..watiting for more
Great post. Exactly what I was looking for. I will be in Singapore for work next week and have a free day. I think I will check out the reservoir and the bird park. Can I contact you for more details.
hi navin, thanks – a long sleeve at that.
hi vamsee, pl do write to me
rgds
vj
Dear Vj,
Thanks for exposing the different singapore which I have not heard of so far. Come on go ahead and continue to tell us more about the other face of singapore. you are unique.
Dear Vijay, Singapore brings back fond memories. My first visit to this beautiful island nation was back in 1990 when Singapore completed 25 years of independence. Nice post, and lovely pictures.
Aah! now this is different. I never read about this side of Singapore! Thanks VJ
ah Vijay,
Once again a post in keeping with your high standards. Well the Chola bronze for sure will be the cynosure of one and all. Equally beautiful were the lakes and the birds. I think Singapore on the looks of it could be one of the rare ecologically secure regions in today’s polluted environs. It surely is like an oasis in the midst of the desert.
ciao… Cheenu
Hi Arun
Guess the scenes take the credit for the beauty in the pictures. Singapore is an example of how a community can blend rapid growth, high population and still remain green
Tks Ravi,
Tks Cheenu – Glad u liked it, you are free to come over anytime, the chola bronze is a permanent exhibit!!
rgds
vj
Ive been to singapore many times and now, after reading your post, I feel I havent seen it at all. Well, my only solace is that Ive seen the jurong bird park .
VJ….great stuff!! Am sure like me, many people did not know these sights!! Nice pic of the reservoir….makes me want to check it out
ramesh
Hi Vj,
This is great. Is this the other side of Vijay Kumar.
Congrats good job very interesting.
Hi Vijay,
Great feature.We had been to Singapore last summer and were disappointed.But we had to skip the Bird Park because of time constraints.No wonder we got tired of seeing all concrete! Enjoyed ur post.Regards, Vijaya.
i recently visited singapore and was there for 2 days.i dont think thats enough for singapore.the best is the dolphin show and the laser show.do go and see apart from the under water world
hi ramesh
Thanks, the reservoir is a nice place to wind down and charge drained battery’s as well.
hi ranjan,
the other side of me is in http://www.poetryinstone.in
pl show it to the girls, they missed all these!!
hi vijaya, next time you are here let me know, will draw up an itinerary for you
hi husain – ideally a 4 -5 days trip is probably the best, but thats if you are not a shopaholic.
beautiful photos, as always, vj. Esp. the
flamingos & Devi.
Really Nice Pictures…
It would have been nice if you would have posted the pics of the Singapore Airport, one of the biggest & finest airports in the world.
hi sunil,
fine yes, not sure if its the biggest. the claims of bangkok’s suwarnabhum and (thanks to wiki )Dammam for its sheer extent.
in this post wanted to show a diff face of singapore.
rgds
vj
Hi Vijay,
The pics are beautiful
Wow great pics
it like drm’s come true i don’t no words adout it