The Bukit Timah Nature Reserve is home to the 164 metre high Bukit Timah Hill, the highest hill in Singapore. The Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, in comparison to the bustling metropolis next door, still remains untouched and is home to a diverse ecological system.
Singapore's location being right in the centre of one of the main biodiversity hotspots of the world affords this nature reserve its unique diversity. All major plant groups endemic to tropical rainforests can be found here - an amazing collection of over 10,000 plant species.
The Bukit Timah Nature Reserve is also home to a range of birds, reptiles, amphibians and mammals. But visitors to the Nature Reserve will find it hard to spot them, unless they are extremely patient and willing to put in a lot of hours to stay still and watch, as these elusive creatures are by nature provided with hiding spots in the dense forest.
Most animals are by nature created with a camouflaging ability and as they prefer their privacy they tend to hide away when humans approach the area. The forests nocturnal animals such as the Flying Lemur and the Scaly Anteater prefer to get about their business as the night falls and those keen on viewing them would have a long stay, requiring loads of patience, in the forest.
Visitors can look out for the Common Sun Skink, the Plantain Squirrel and the Crimson Sunbird - some of the rare species of animals. But there are a few species which can be spotted easily. Amongst these are the Common Tree Shrew and the Long-tailed Macaque who are pretty forward compared to the other animals and can be spotted easily.
Visitors to Singapore are afforded the opportunity of exploring the uniqueness of the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve and other attractions the city has to offer. Travellers are also afforded some of the best lodging options and be it a luxury hotel or a budget
hotel Singapore has it all. Most travellers prefer to be located at the citys centre and prefer accommodation at an
Orchard Road hotel. For one of the best lodging options on Orchard Road affording accommodation in elegance and comfort try the Orchard Hotel Singapore.
