MacRitchie Reservoir, Singapore

Going on a tour with a volunteer guide is the best way to see and learn more about the special forest at MacRitchie Reservoir. It is Singapore's oldest reservoir. During the tour, we were informed that the forest around the reservoir was protected as a water catchments reserve, as well as the forests surrounding the other two reservoirs, Peirce and Seletar.

Through the forest, there are boardwalks skirting the edge and walking trails. Also, we can see signboards along the boardwalks for a self-guided tour along the fringes. Indeed the boardwalk allows for easy exploration of freshwater wildlife. Furthermore, there were also intriguing Ant plant and pitcher plants.

Surprisingly, I was attracted with the 250m aerial free standing suspension bridge spanning Bukit Peirce and Bukit Kalang, which are the two highest points in MacRitchie. This bridge really offers a panoramic view of Upper Peirce Reservoir and the surrounding lush rainforest, by which we can also enjoy the sounds and sights of native birds in the morning.

Pearl's Hill City Park

This park is also called Mount Stamford Hill, which is located in the Central Region of Singapore, was built around a reservoir on top of a hill. There were spice plantations on the hill, sago factories were also situated on the flat ground near the base. At the foot of the hill is the People's Park Complex.

In this park we can experience peace and tranquility away from the hustle and bustle of city life. We can have the chance to climb the hill to enjoy the wooded ambience provided by trees. Furthermore, we can just sit back and relax by the pond, meditating upon the still waters and watching lively fishes. And when in full bloom, the water lilies in the pond provide a splash of color across the entire pond. Relax at the park, which is lit from 7:00 pm to 12:00 am.

Merlion Park, Singapore

Last month I visited my friend in Singapore. Since it was my first time to go there, it’s been a great experience to see the most popular tourist attraction in Singapore, Merlion Park. The lion head with a fish body designed as an emblem for Singapore Tourism Board. As a matter of fact it quickly became Singapore’s ion to the rest of the world.

I hope to go there again soon.

Jurong Bird Park

What I like in this park is the beautiful Flamingo Lake while we are having feast with their local delights. Jurong Bird Park is one of the great landscaped park tourist attraction in Singapore managed by Widlife Reserves Singapore, with an area of 202,000 square meters.

I was able to catch a glimpse of all 7 species of pelicans including the endangered Dalmatian Pelican. I really enjoyed strolling along the boardwalk and observe lots of birds.

Furthermore, I have watched bird of prey such as eagles, hawks and falcons, who will fly in aerial loops and soar above the treetops. Also, in one corner of the zoo there is a section full of flightless birds such as ostriches, emus, rheas, and cassowaries.