An array of flowers await in a graceful stance, the trees with their leafy branches flutter in the breeze as they stand tall and majestic, deliberately wanting to impress the visitors who become smitten with their charm instantaneously. This botanical garden in Singapore houses flowers in their rarest form, trees in their natural profusion and lakes in their native grace and waterfalls in their sheer wilderness to complete a garden of delightful varieties. From ancient sculptures to botanical materials to rare orchids to flower souvenirs, the garden holds an unusual portfolio of items. All these elements blend well within this generous 52 hectare floor area and continue to please the eyes, soothe the nerves and charm the locals and foreign visitors with its picturesque beauty.
The garden that originated initially as an experimental garden way back in the 19th century is today a popular tourist attraction and a world-class garden, which houses botanical treasures. It is impossible not to fall in love with the big bountiful and lustrous orchids as you walk through the National Orchid Garden which is the highlight of the garden. Nothing can stop you from walking to the souvenir shops to purchase a live hydroponic orchid to take home.
The three lakes are the real treats of the garden. If you are lucky, youll get to enjoy the melody played by a local or international performer playing in the uniquely designed symphony stage that is located in the middle of the Symphony Lake. The Eco Lake on the other hand attracts rare species of birds and is a bird watchers fantasy come true. The sculpture termed as the flight of swans is a remarkable creation standing at the middle of the lake, enticing visitors with its meticulous execution that flawlessly resembles live swans. The Cool House is the place to be if you want a misty encounter that will tantalize your senses.
While in Singapore, one should not miss the legendary Raffles Hotel, Singapore, that stands with its timeless elegance and grand colonial architecture. Extending to the visitors a truly genial hospitality, this
Five Star Hotel in Singapore leaves no requirement wanting with its superbly furnished array of suites, its 15 restaurants and bars. A
Singapore Hotel could not possibly get any better for a traveller with its prime location close to the financial district as well for other leisure pursuits like the casino at Marina Bay and the shopping paradise of Orchard road as well as the cultural attractions of Chinatown.