Many people think that it is just concrete and a very modern city, but that is a big mistake. Because this city also has lungs to breathe. People who live in this modern city still have plenty of choice for the limited free time they have. There are well-landscaped parks to choose from, as well as some remnants of the original rainforest. There are also some mangroves, with their natural inhabitants.
Today we choose to visit the famous Botanical Garden of Singapore. This garden is the only one in the world with UNESCO World Heritage status. It is a free park, except for the orchid garden, for which you pay an entrance fee. It is easy to reach by public transport, such as the metro and city buses.
The park is well maintained and clean, like the rest of the city. You can also pick up a map to help you find your way around the park. It is well equipped with public and very clean toilets, and there are plenty of options for food and drink.
Unfortunately, the weather was against us today. Although the temperature was pleasant, there were frequent thunderstorms and rainfall, which forced us to take shelter.
The Botanical Garden is always worth a visit, even between the rain showers. What made it more difficult was that the birds were hiding in the foliage. We did see a few squirrels, as well as turtles and a single monitor lizard scurrying around. We were also looking for some snake species that occur there, but unfortunately they did not show themselves. Some people say that’s a good thing, but they are useful in the animal kingdom.
Birds included the Javanese Myna, Yellow-vented bulbul, and Malaysian pied fantail, to name a few species. From a distance, we saw the White-throated Kingfisher and the Imperial Pied Pigeon. Fortunately, various flower species and lotus varieties were in bloom, adding some colour to this cloudy day. I can imagine that if you live in this busy city, you regularly visit places like this to clear your head, unwind and relax by going for walks. And grab a seat on a terrace. for tea or coffee.