Singapore Parks
Tourism Sites
Gardens by the Bay
🧠 Fact:: A futuristic garden with vertical supertrees, a cloud forest dome, and the world’s largest glass greenhouse, the Flower Dome
💡 Tip: Book timed-entry tickets in advance and catch the nightly Garden Rhapsody light show at the Supertree Grove.
Haw Par Villa
🧠 Fact: A unique theme park built in 1937, famous for its surreal statues and depictions of Chinese folklore and mythology.
💡 Tip: Visit the Ten Courts of Hell exhibit — one of Singapore’s quirkiest and creepiest attractions.
Info: Haw Par Villa is a unique cultural park in Singapore, renowned for its vivid depictions of Chinese mythology and folklore. Established in 1937 by Aw Boon Haw, the creator of Tiger Balm, the park features over 1,000 statues and 150 dioramas illustrating tales from Chinese legends, Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism. Its most famous attraction, the Ten Courts of Hell, graphically portrays the consequences of moral transgressions in the afterlife. The park also houses the Hell's Museum, offering insights into death and the afterlife across various cultures. Admission to Haw Par Villa is free, making it an accessible destination for those interested in exploring Asian cultural heritage.
Singapore Botanic Gardens
🧠 Fact: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the 160-year-old gardens feature lush landscapes and the renowned National Orchid Garden.
💡 Tip: Arrive early to enjoy cooler weather and fewer crowds in the orchid displays.
Info: The Singapore Botanic Gardens, established in 1859, is a verdant oasis spanning 82 hectares in the heart of the city. Recognized as Singapore's first UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2015, it stands as the only tropical botanic garden on the list . The Gardens boast a rich collection of over 10,000 plant species, including the renowned National Orchid Garden, which houses more than 1,000 species and 2,000 hybrids . Visitors can explore various themed areas such as the Ginger Garden, Evolution Garden, and the Learning Forest with its elevated boardwalks . Open daily from 5 a.m. to midnight with free admission (except for the National Orchid Garden), it's a must-visit for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a tranquil retreat in Singapore .