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In this video, we'll show you the top 10 things to do in Singapore.
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Here are our top 10 picks.
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NUMBER 10: Marina Bay Waterfront Promenade
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Marina Bay Waterfront Promenade is an area where you can experience
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all the dimensions of Singapore.
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Stroll along the promenade and enjoy the view of the bay and the city.
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Marina Bay Waterfront Promenade includes:
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The Helix Bridge: a pedestrian bridge with a view of the Singapore skyline.
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The Marina Bay Sands, one of the world's most famous hotels,
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with an observation deck with a fantastic view of Singapore in all directions,
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the city on one side and the breathtaking Gardens by the bay and the seaside on the other.
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ArtScience Museum in the shape of a lotus:
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A fusion of art, science, culture, and technology.
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This is the first museum of its kind in the world.
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The Merlion Park with the statue of Merlion,
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a mythical creature of Singapore with the body of a fish and the head of a lion.
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NUMBER 9: Interesting Neighborhoods
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Singapore is a city of diverse cultures,
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which also shows in its numerous interesting neighborhoods.
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Kampong Glam: the neighborhood, best known for housing the Sultan Mosque,
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features the Malay heritage of Singapore.
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You can also do some exploring in the area full of boutiques
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and cafes in the world-famous Haji Lane
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or grab some Malay and Indonesian fabrics and handmade perfumes in the Arab Street.
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Chinatown: Rich with history and culture, this neighborhood gets its charm
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from its Chinatown heritage center, temples, and the traditional Chinese architecture.
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Don't miss the following attractions:
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Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, a Buddhist temple and museum complex
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Sri Mariamman Temple, Singapore's oldest Hindu temple
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Thian Hock Keng Temple, which is the oldest Chinese temple in Singapore
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Pagoda Street with Chinatown Heritage Centre
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and Mosque Street with Masjid Jamae or Jamae Mosque
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Little India: Showcasing the country's Indian culture.
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Don't miss the House of Tan Teng Niah,
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a colorful villa that's been standing since the 1900s.
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NUMBER 8: Sentosa
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If you're going to the beach in Singapore, you'll probably find it hard to believe
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that the beautiful and Instagram-worthy beaches are actually man-made.
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Singapore got the sand from its neighboring countries
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and created these delightful tropical escapades.
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With all-year-round sunshine and the budget-friendly activities,
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you can easily spend a day or two in this tropical getaway.
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Don't miss to visit several famous beaches,
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and try different water sports and other activities.
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You can reach Sentosa Island by cable car, sky-train, and a car.
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For the ultimate experience, choose cable cars
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that take you to multiple locations on the island.
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If you're there in the evening, don't miss Magical Shores,
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a multi-sensory experience with light and sound spectacle
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taking place every night between 7.30 and 10.30 pm completely free of charge.
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The island is also home to several theme parks and many other attractions.
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Check our travel guide for more suggestions.
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BTW, our travel guide is a mobile-friendly .pdf document.
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It covers the top 10 things to do in Singapore,
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plus ten additional attractions, maps, links, opening hours, and other information
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that will help make your trip to Singapore stress-free.
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NUMBER 7: Fort Canning Park
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Fort Canning Park is the former home of the Malay kings
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and the Far East Command Centre of British Army.
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Several notable historical events unfolded on the hill.
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You can't miss the Fort Gate,
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a part of a fortress from the 19th century, often used as a site for social events.
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The park also houses nine gardens.
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Some of the most interesting ones are:
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Sang Nila Utama Garden: A garden that integrates traditional Malay or Javanese culture
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in the form of its structure, design, and plants.
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Raffles Garden: Named after the founder of modern Singapore,
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featuring plants from the entire Southeast Asia region.
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By the way, don't miss the Fort Canning Lighthouse nearby.
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Artisan's Garden: A garden dating back to the 14th century
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and the site of one of the latest archeological digs in the country.
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The Malays call Fort Canning Park the Forbidden Hill because it's said to be haunted by
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Singapore's ancient kings which are believed to be buried here.
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NUMBER 6: Shopping
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Singapore is a shopping paradise.
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You can literarily spend days shopping or window shopping at the following places:
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Clarke Quay: Where the nightlife of Singapore comes to life
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with numerous restaurants, bars, and clubs. By day, Clarke Quay is a shopping spot
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offering various shops and malls. Conveniently located next to the Singapore River,
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you can also embark on a boat ride or a cruise.
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Bugis Street: If you're looking for great deals, start with the Burgis Street Market.
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It offers a wide variety of options with bazaars in every corner
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selling souvenir items, home supplies, and clothing.
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There are three floors and over 600 shops to choose from.
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Orchard Road: Singapore's center of shopping and retail
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offers a myriad of options from local brands, high-end brands, and international stores.
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The road consists of about 5,000 shops, stores, and restaurants.
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You can visit several heritage malls
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and other malls like Orchard Mall with its distinct architecture.
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The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands: this is a collection of the latest fashion trends,
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with a majority of the shops offering luxury brands.
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If you want the top-notch quality and state-of-the-art items,
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the Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands provides exactly that.
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You can also find the newest technology, toys, souvenirs and more.
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Speaking of shopping, you will probably need to buy a UK travel adapter which is also used
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in Singapore to charge your phone and other devices.
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Singapore has Type G power plugs, the same plug as it is used in the UK.
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We recommend purchasing a travel adapter before traveling to Singapore. I
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In fact, it is worth buying a universal adapter
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so you can use it in other countries too.
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NUMBER 5: Changi Airport
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The Singapore Changi Airport isn't just a travel hub,
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but also a tourist attraction on its own.
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In 2020, Changi was voted the world's best airport for the 8th time in a row.
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Ranging from a variety of dine and food options, shopping, and entertainment,
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to visiting gardens and the greenery, it very quickly becomes clear why it earned this title.
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Most of the shops are located in the Jewel, just outside Terminal 1.
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Some of the main attractions in the airport include:
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The Forest Valley that features a walk-through nature with waterfall in the center.
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The Rain. Vortex is the tallest indoor waterfall that turns into a fantastic
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light and sound show. by night.
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The slide: Yes, Changi Airport features a slide that takes you to your gate.
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Canopy Park with amazing play attractions
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and many other themed parks and gardens where you can relax.
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Changi Airport also feathers numerous other attractions.
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Check our travel guide for more information.
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NUMBER 4: Haw Par Villa
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Take everything you love about the Asian community, and you'll find it in this cultural park,
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one of the last of its kind in the world.
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A rich heritage, history, and art is kept
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within this space full of sheltered pavilions.
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Haw Par Villa is home to more than 1,000 statues and dioramas which show stories from Chinese
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mythologies, folklore, and legends.
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The park also holds social events, performances, food and art markets,
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and even lifestyle activities such as yoga.
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Traditional Chinese architecture inspires many of its sculptures, decor, and pavilions.
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The park is a great way to discover the cultural heritage of Singapore.
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NUMBER 3: Singapore Botanic Gardens
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The amazing and vast Singapore Botanic Gardens are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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The gardens are a popular place for recreational activities. such as jogging,
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or even bird watching, and you can visit it completely free of charge.
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Different gardens inside this 60-acre or 24-hectare land include the National Orchid Garden,
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the SBG Heritage Museum, and other attractions.
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There are also numerous choices for food, dining, or just relaxing inside the garden.
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NUMBER 2: Food & Markets
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With the diverse culture of Singapore, with residents that are Chinese, Malay, Indian,
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Indonesian, and of other backgrounds, the one thing that unites these cultures is food.
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The city-state sees food as essential to what Singapore is as a nation.
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Although there are religious differences and there's a large number of vegetarians or vegans,
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people respect one another.
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They still come together to eat the food they can all share.
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Usually, people prefer to eat at so called hawker centers or food courts as opposed to
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restaurants because of the variety they can get there.
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It is also much more affordable and can be found just about everywhere in Singapore.
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If you find yourself in one, you can see that it features an array of stalls,
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each with its own specialties, and there are tables nearby, where you can sit
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and experience different food.
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If you have time, also visit the World's cheapest Michelin-starred meal
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at Singapore's Soya Sauce Chicken Rice & Noodle.
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Here can try a delicious world-class meal for just a couple of dollars.
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Don't miss one of the most famous hawker centers, especially popular amongst tourists
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– the Newton Food Centre, which was also featured in a Hollywood hit Crazy Rich Asians.
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NUMBER 1: Gardens by the Bay
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A haven for nature lovers, Gardens by the Bay offer 250 acres or 101 hectares,
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and three different extraordinary spaces to explore:
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the Bay South Garden, the Bay East Garden,
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and the Bay Central Garden.
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Gardens by the Bay have been praised for its gardens,
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and they hope to spread the love for nature and green spaces to anyone who visits.
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Here are some of the gardens and attractions you just can't miss:
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The OCBC Skyway: A walkway that lets you admire the place from a bird's eye view,
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hanging between two Supertrees.
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The skyway is 420 feet or 128 meters long.
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The. Supertree Grove: If you want to see more of Marina Bay, you can climb the observatory
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on top of the tallest Supertree and see the sights from 164 feet
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or 50 meters up in the air.
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The Garden Rhapsody: A lights and sounds show
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on the Supertrees.
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You can watch it daily completely free of charge at 7:45 and 8:45 pm.
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If you want, you can even to experience it from OCBC Skyway for a small fee.
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The Cloud Forest: Home to a breathtaking indoor waterfall and a collection of rare plants
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and vegetation.
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The Flower Dome: Located in the South Gardens,
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offering a collection of flowers from five continents.
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This is one of the larger areas and just another one or the many
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incredible places to see in Singapore.
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