MacRitchie, Peirce, Lower Seletar and Seletar Reservoirs
MacRitchie, Peirce, Lower Seletar and Seletar Reservoirs : MacRitchie, Peirce, Lower Seletar and Seletar Reservoirs are surrounded by a broad swathe of jungle and greenery which runs through the central northern part of Singapore. The cool reservoir parks of MacRitchie and Seletar are popular strolling and picnic spots for Singaporeans and their families.
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Lau Pa Sat Festival Market
Originally known as Telok Ayer Market, this distinctive octagonal-shaped structure was built in 1894 out of cast iron from Glasgow. It was designed by Municipal Engineer James MacRitchie, and served as the only market in the city then. In 1973, the market was declared a national monument and was completely reconstructed in 1990. At the same time, the old Malay name was conveniently changed to a Chinese one--Lau Pa Sat, meaning "old market." The historical structure was then leased to Scotts Holdings, which commercialised the area into a maze of souvenir stalls and food outlets.
Bukit Timah Nature Reserve
Singapore and Rio de Janeiro are the world’s only two cities to contain primary rainforest within their boundaries. This small patch of primary rainforest was formally connected to the larger tract of secondary rainforest that encompasses all three freshwater reservoirs in Singapore (Central Catchment Area). But the construction of the Bukit Timah Expressway (BKE) in the 1980s had effectively terminated the connection. As a result, the small mammals that lived here no longer had access to the secondary rainforest unless they embark on the dangerous trek across the BKE. Bukit Timah is located seven miles (12km) from
Nakhon sawan
Nakhon Sawan is in the lower northern part of the country between the North and the Central Region. It is regarded as “the doorway to the North” and it is the hub of transportation in the Lower North. Nakhon Sawan has many scenic attractions and is noted for its large marsh area "Bung Boraphet" which abounds with "Sua" fish, a special delicacy of the Thai people. Covering an area of 9,597.7 square kilometers, Nakhon Sawan is located 240 kms. from Bangkok, and administratively divided into 12 Amphoes and 1 King Amphoe : Muang, Nong Bua, Chumsaeng, Baphot Phisai,
Si sa ket
Extensive guidebook to North-East Thailand neighbouring provinces roi et and yasothon to the north ubon ratchthani to the east surin to the west cambodia to the south. Si Sa Ket is 571 kilometres from Bangkok. This is another province in the lower Northeast that received Khmer influence. Several interesting Khmer historical sites are in the province. It was officially named Si Sa Ket in 1938. Twelve restored Khmer ruins have secured this province a place in the popular lower Isan itineraries that start in Nakhon Ratchasima and conclude in Ubon Ratchathani, 75 km to the east.
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Mount Faber Park
Mount Faber offers a panoramic view of the harbour and neighbouring Sentosa Island, as well as a large measure of tranquillity. It is also a place to catch the cable car to Sentosa. The only mode of’ public transport is by taxi or take the cable car from World Trade Centre. Near the top of Mount Faber, you can enjoy the panoramic view of the sea. If you wish to have a better view . you may use the binoculars which are provided. However, you will have to pay to use it for about ten minutes. Mount Faber
