Located in the southernmost part of Singapore, Sentosa island has an area of only 465 acres, but there is more potential than it appears. Behind the general notion of the abundant sunshine, white sand and crystal-clear water, which complement the charm of Sentosa is the number of activities that can be done, performances and interesting sites, a resort island that you can enjoy.
AdventureSentosa Luge and Skyride is a toboggan ride (luge ride), the first in Southeast Asia. You will be brought up using the Skyride to view the stunning scenery around the island on the day or night. After that, be prepared with adrenalin slid down as far as 650 meters on a colorful path with an easy control system and brakes are safe for all ages. Next, try flying fox rides high as 70 meters and 450 meters long that takes you to divide the forest, directly to the sandy beach, past the sea and finally landed on a small island on the coast Siliso.
Historic SitesAfter World War II, the island is still storing the debris of buildings that tell the pain of the past preserved at Fort Siloso. Search the tunnel that was built more than half a century ago, human-sized sculptures and exhibits will take you back to the past. In the open, a row of guns and cannons from the 17th century on display, and the spectacle attracted many people.
If you're in the sun too much, go to The Images of Singapore, a location that provides comprehensive information on Singapore for tourists to get a quick understanding of culture, tradition and history of Singapore. Taste a variety of local cuisine and take home some souvenirs to complement the core experience of Singapore.
BeachThere are three famous beaches on Sentosa beach and each offers a different satisfaction. The most famous is the Siloso Beach, a paradise for lovers of beach volleyball. Especially on weekends, the beach full of bikini-clad women and men's beach enthusiast. There are bars and bistros along the coast, including the famous Café Del Mar and turn the night with the pounding music.
Walk further along the coast to coast of Palawan and you're at the point at the southern tip of the continent of Asia. Connected by a suspension bridge across the waters, a small island off the coast has a width of less than one mile (approximate) and is the point closest to the equator! Tanjong beach is located farthest away from the central coast, but ideal for those who seek peace and tranquility. With fewer visitors, Tanjong Beach is the perfect place to stay away from the crowd, but the distance is only 10 minutes walk from the busy center.
Show
Children will have fun and parents were entertained with performances that are available every day on the island. There are performances Animal and Bird Encounter, where visitors can get to know animals more closely, some can even interact directly with the short-tailed macaque, parrots, eagles, pythons, eagles and dogs Siberia. There is also the Dolphin Lagoon to visit humpback dolphins are very intelligent (sometimes called pink dolphins because of his skin color).
At night, be sure to buy tickets for a laser show Songs of the Sea, with a stage built over the water and visitors enjoy the show near the beach. Laser effects and pyrotechnics combined performances of the artists deserves two thumbs.
Little India is located between Racecourse Road, Syed Alwi Road, and Jalan Besar. However, depending on whom you ask, the boundaries were somewhat fuzzy. Take the MRT northeast direction towards Little India Station and exit at Racecourse Road.
Instruction from The Lonely Planet Guide to Little India Singapore
1. Pick a starting point.
2. The road continues to meet the intersection.
3. Turn left or right.
4. Take a photo and see what is going on.
5. The road continues until you see the next intersection.
6. Turn the opposite direction from which you took at the previous intersection.
7. Take photos, noticing your surroundings.
8. Repeat 2-7 times until you see a dead end.
9. Share your story with other walkers.
If you see something interesting, go there. But remember, go back to the earlier point and continue your journey from there.
Buffalo Road
Vegetables at a roadside stall is mixing colors red onion, ripe tomato, and radish-sized pale green chillies hand decorated. Behind the doors of the plexiglass, I peered a pair of teenagers dressed in gold and black color malay played the hypnotic tones of Kompang them. Helmeted workers on the platform above was changing the color of gold ornaments which faded in a former house owned by Tan Teng Niah (a famous Chinese businessman and one of the pioneers of non-Indians from Little India).
A group of men sitting on plastic chairs with a view towards a flat-screen TV on top of an iron pot containing yellow rice briyani, which is playing the latest Bollywood songs and dances.
Chander Road
Rows of small restaurants and shabby next to the liquor store and a coffee shop. It seems doubtful, but it may be cheaper or even better than the restaurants along Racecourse Road. Try the onion egg breakfast menu in the restaurant Tossai Chettinadu using banana leaves as plates, you can scoop out herbs from the pot of iron into your food.
Belios Road
I looked down through a gate into the temple of Sri Veeramakaliamamman. Three women, who looks suspiciously like a man, offering incense to Kali, Lord Krishna amongst other Hindu deities. They looked at me suspiciously. A white-robed Brahmin priest pointed to my sandals. I went straight back and forth like sheep. Prohibited footwear used in the temples of India.
Across the street:
Paisley and Cream, a cooking school and the ethnic Chinese clan associations above the electronic stores and restaurants 'original Chennai' scattered everywhere. A cottage indulgence in "High-speed Internet!" in addition to kiosks selling magazines hottest gossip from Mumbai and a haircut for S $ 5. Business is always busy in the barber.
Kampong Kapor Road
Under the block of apartments:
- A long queue at a lottery shop. They left with a ticket with a 4 digit number. Hoping to get out of the slum life.- Kiosk which sold liquor to the size of a hand and a beer bottle at S $ 3.50 for a pint.- Laptop former output that has been polished over a year ago sold for S $ 400.
Rowell Road
A woman with blue eyeliner and gold jewelry adorn a beautiful sari, was waiting for customers. Previously this was the area of localization, after cleaning the old toy museum, gallery art avant-garde, and Western-style vegetarian restaurant. There is also a KTV karaoke lounge, but it is still too early to sing.
Gang between Desker Road and Rowell Road
Localization with a home full of comfort women who wait. One of them with a highly arched brows nodded and waved to "invite" you. There is also a vital tool made of rubber replica is on display along with Spanish Fly stimulant drugs, while chatting with the stall owners of a young Indian who lean.
Kampong Kapor Road
Construction worker clothing and boots sold in advance alley. Ignore them. Go to the store. There is a valuable collection of shoes for less than S $ 20 and matching sunglasses. And there are more houses localization along the alley.
Desker Road, Bangla Square
Cement plaza filled with ethnic Indian workers in Carom table. They flipped the coin round disc of wood with admirable skill. Bangladesh small shop selling snacks made from rice clumps in the cone of paper, pieces of areca nut wrapped in leaves, and phone cards to call home.
A young hawker wrap betel nuts to me, for free (usual price of 50 Singapore cents) to be chewed, smoked, and diludahkan. One way to get rid of travelers like me. Leaves sirihnya stung in the mouth and bitter, making dizziness and never seemed to dry in the mouth - such as Little India area of 700 times 500 meters in Singapore.
Despite its small size, Singapore offers much more than what it seems. Singapore is always busy every hour of city life are interesting places that do not run out of food, shopping, and nightlife. This is not an unfamiliar place. Orchard Road became a favorite of locals and foreigners because of the many shops that serve various consumer groups. Busy CBD area as big malls, restaurants and cafes such as Suntec City and Marina Square. Unearthing Asia looking for new interesting places to shop, too many hidden places that provide unique shopping experience in Singapore.
313 @ SomersetSince opening its doors in November last year, eight-story mall has become very popular among locals, especially with a retail brand favorites such as Forever 21, Zara and Cotton On the facade of the front door. Forever 21 master the four levels and Zara has three levels, both making the Eve excited with their wardrobe. Uni-Qlo of Japan and popular music store HMV also opened a branch there, along with other popular brands such as Esprit, Mango and Lacoste. Located just above the Somerset MRT station, 313 @ Somerset also has three levels of basement filled with restaurants, bars and snacks, offer options that meet the diversity of tastes. Right next to the 313 @ Somerset, Orchard Central is in addition to the ranks of the new mall. This mall is the highest vertical mall in Singapore, for shoppers who want style with European brands, from lingerie to handbags DZ bsc. Lights illuminate the facade of the shop at night, a separate scene that will surely attract the attention of the crowd.
VivoCityVivoCity emerge as the largest shopping center in Singapore to offer a holistic lifestyle experience. With the largest multiplex cinema, amphitheater on the roof, a location near the water and the gateway to Sentosa Island, VivoCity is the merging of lifestyle, entertainment, retail and international food. The first Gap store in South East Asia opens in VivoCity, along with other European brands such as Marc Club and River Island. Families and children spend their weekends on the roof of the mall, enjoy a splash of water, while the Sentosa Express monorail station is full of buff beach, ready to spend a day in the sun.
Haji LaneSwitching from Orchard Road, Haji Lane pulls you from the hustle and bustle of cosmopolitan style of shopping to small remote paradise where the local hipsters and fashionistas gathered. Local designer brands and works of art scattered along the path in one direction with a linear shophouses facing each other, all save the unique design of the work of novice designers. Very often, this is a place of inspiration for those who antikemapanan and ideal shopping place for those looking for individuality and style. With more than 20 stores, you will surely find a treasure at the price of a favorite of local art students and young creative people. Haji Lane brings you back to the past in Singapore, offering a unique shopping experience with a nostalgic atmosphere. Many couples who make this place as their pre-marital background image.
Ann Siang Rd & Club StIf you are interested in the latest fashions, do not miss Ann Siang Road and Club Street. This little spot of hunting was far into the Chinatown area. Here you will find a variety of local brands, such as Asylum and Style: Nordic. From the outside, you will feel the exoticism of the shop houses dating from before the war that is maintained by the oriental charm of the past. However, if you stepped inside the store, then you will see a boutique that offers creative and design the best local. The experience of shopping here is very elegant and full of adventure, the blend of traditional Chinese heritage with contemporary style offering.
Bugis VillageBugis is known for its human bustle and heavy traffic that passes over without end. Add to a list of the region is busy Bugis Village, a place to shop for cheap local residents and tourists. Tent with hundreds of stalls along the shop that sells clothes, CDs, watches, handbags and accessories, Bugis Village shopping bazaars in Singapore's number one, where you can find cheap and affordable products. The stalls are separated by narrow, so you must be nimble slip, activities that can turn a shopping experience. This is the essence of Bugis Village - noisy, crowded environments by the buyer to haggle to get the best price. Not far from there Iluma Bugis Village, ten-storey shopping mall has just opened and not just focus on retail shopping experience, but also the performing arts and entertainment.
Located in the southernmost part of Singapore, Sentosa island has an area of only 465 acres, but there is more potential than it appears. Behind the general notion of the abundant sunshine, white sand and crystal-clear water, which complement the charm of Sentosa is the number of activities that can be done, performances and interesting sites, a resort island that you can enjoy.
