One Day in Singapore

Fort Canning Fort is a historic site built in year 1859, which served as a significance part of Singapore's defence. Spread across an area of 18 hectares amid the forested land of islandÍs business district, the fort had an extensive and diverse life.

The National Gallery Singapore is a visual and cultural delight, showcasing over 8,000 art pieces from Singapore's National Collection. This collection is one of the largest and most invaluable compilations of modern Singaporean and Southeast Asian Art, expressing the rich culture, heritage and history of the region.

Arab Street is a street that retains the beautiful Arab culture while also being in the know of the trends of the world. The street gets its name from history, as an Arab merchant owned it and also because it was known to be an Arab Kampong or village. The shops and stores on both sides of the street proudly display and highlight all that the Arab culture has to offer. The street is splashed with colours and a vivacious, bustling, yet tranquil and entrancing atmosphere.

Connecting the Marina Central to Marina South in the Marina Bay area of Singapore lays the gorgeous Helix Bridge in all its glory. Previously known as the Double Helix Bridge, the design of this beautiful piece of architecture is built upon the double helix structure modelled on the structure of the DNA. The unique structure symbolises 'life, continuity, and renewal of growth'.

The Buddha Tooth Relic Temple Museum is a Chinese Buddhist temple found in the Chinatown district of Singapore. It is dedicated to the Sacred Buddha Tooth Relic, said to be the left canine tooth of Lord Buddha which can be found in the shrine, constructed in 2007. The chief draw of the temple lies in its design and architecture, which has been extensively-researched to replicate the architectural style of the Tang Dynasty and the Buddhist Mandala.

Tucked amidst the city of Singapore, Cloud Forest replicates the world of rainforest in one of the large glass conservatories of Gardens by the Bay. Cloud Forest houses a 35-metre tall man-made mountain studded with a fresh growth of tropical plants and epiphytes. On stepping inside, the mist from the largest indoor waterfall provides respite to anyone who has been outside in Singapore's tropical heat. Furthermore, the temperature has also been regulated to vary between 23 to 25 degrees Celsius to allow the plants to thrive and flourish.

The world's most famous wax museum Madame Tussauds has its very own branch on the Sentosa Island of Singapore. Officially opened on 25th October 2014, this museum was the 7th Asian branch of Madame Tussaud's chain of wax attractions globally. The Madame Tussauds of Sentosa features wax statues of remarkable celebrities and icons. Some of the ones featured here are figures of Shah Rukh Khan, Johnny Depp, David Beckham and so on. Right after the entrance into the museum, a wax model of Lady Gaga is erected. A recent addition here is the wax figure of the Prime Minister of India, Mr.Narendra Modi.

The Esplanade is a performing arts centre situated near the Marina Bay which focuses on international artists and has hosted over 37,000 shows. The Esplanade has had over 26 million guests for over 15 years and counting. It is a 60,000 square meter expanse dedicated just to theatre and arts. Situated right at the mouth of the Singapore River, it got its name from the Esplanade Park, in which Theatres by the bay is located. This performing arts centre has a concert hall with a seating capacity of about 1,600 and a theatre capacity of 2000 audience members for the performing arts.

Home to around 40% of the native flora and fauna of Singapore, the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve is one of the two ASEAN Heritage Parks in Singapore, part of the regional network that forms the range of the representative ecosystems of ASEAN. This 400-acre natural wonderland, considered one of the largest remaining rainforests of the country, is found on Bukit Timah Hill, the tallest hill of Singapore.

One of the most popular neighbourhoods of Singapore, Chinatown is all about the hustle bustle and authentic Chinese food and culture. Chinatown is one of a popular hotspot for sightseeing in Singapore where one can get a glimpse of traditional shop houses, temples and heritage.

The cosmopolitan of Singapore, Marina Bay forms the elaborate cityscape and is home to some of the most impressive hotels, skyscrapers and attractions that Singapore has to offer. Although it does not show the true essence of Singapore in all its local glory, Marina Bay has always been a massive part of showing Singapore's persistence and the hard work that makes it the prosperous island nation it is today.

Famous as a party hub of Singapore, Clark Quay comes to life during the night. Once a hub of commerce during 19th century, today it lives up to its legacy of being a busy center, just with more polish and sheen.

If shopping is on your mind then head straight to Orchard Road of Singapore, a favourite hotspot among locals and foreigners, and one of Asia's most famous shopping streets.

Gardens by the Bay is a unique concept that is quickly gaining the attention of the visitors. This man-made garden is a perfect way to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Situated opposite to Marina Bay Sands, one can witness a magnificent view of the garden from its top.

The Universal Studio is an absolute treat for your children, friends and family. The Studio features 24 attractions across seven zones, each with its own exciting theme. Walk through the different worlds of Madagascar, Far Far Away, The Lost World, Ancient City, Sci-Fi City, New York and Hollywood and be mesmerised in this wonderland. The Studio also has many mini cinemas and theatres, where it conducts various shows that are either 4D or live. Apart from that, there are several merchandise shops and restaurants.

Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Singapore Botanic Gardens is the country's first and only tropical botanic garden on the UNESCO's World Heritage List. First of its kind in the whole of Asia and third in the world, these gardens are over a hundred and fifty years old star visitor attraction. Having tremendous horticultural attractions with and rich history, these gardens possess a wonderful collection of plants that deserve worldwide significance. The botanic gardens also host numerous development and entertainment events that sensitize the visitors and educate about plants through its recreational activities, all in the surroundings of nature.

A trip to Singapore is incomplete without a visit to its famous Little India neighbourhood. With delicious aroma of food and vibrant colours teasing your senses, the place gives a feel of being in India with the discipline of Singapore.

Pulau Ubin is a 10.2 square kilometre island lying northeast of Singapore. Translating to Granite Island in Malay, Pulau Ubin is considered to be one of the last places where one can truly enjoy and experience Singapore for what it used to be, before rapid urbanization set in. It is one of the last two kampongs of Singapore and is located just a 15-minute boat ride away from the mainland.