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Another of Singapore's historic areas, Fort Canning Park lies on top of a small hill that has had a significant military history. It served as a home to the British army until World War II where the hill was used as a base of operations for forces attempting to defend the island from Japanese Invasion. The Japanese, once they had occupied Singapore, also used the fort for its army.

Today, a primary draw for visitors to the hill is the Battle Box, the bunker used by the British army that now serves as a museum detailing the history of the war in Singapore.]]> album Mon, 09 Oct 2006 17:47:09 -0400 http://www.dsphotographic.com/g2/singapore/chijmes/ http://www.dsphotographic.com/g2/singapore/chijmes/
The historic complex of the Convent of the Holy Infant Jesus M.E.S. (CHIJMES), centres around a gothic chapel that has now been converted into a multi-purpose hall. In the courtyards surrounding the chapel, numerous restaurants are the scene for fine dining and fun in a lively area.]]> album Mon, 09 Oct 2006 17:45:26 -0400 http://www.dsphotographic.com/g2/singapore/colonialDistrict/ http://www.dsphotographic.com/g2/singapore/colonialDistrict/
Singapore's charming colonial district is home to splendid buildings of colonial and classical architecture, historic sites, public art and restaurants lining the banks of the Singapore River. At Boat Quay, a huge stretch of restaurants serve up every possible cuisine. Memorials to those fallen in Singapore's conflicts stand silently in Esplanade park. Museums and concert halls spread culture through the area. Statues tell tales of Singapore's past including a tribute to Sir Stamford Raffles, the founder of Singapore, at his landing site behind the Ancient Civilizations Museum.]]> album Mon, 09 Oct 2006 17:02:55 -0400 http://www.dsphotographic.com/g2/singapore/merlion/ http://www.dsphotographic.com/g2/singapore/merlion/
The mythological Merlion is a symbol of Singapore and the most famous representation of the beast stands constantly spraying water into Marina Bay. The creature has the head of a lion and the body of a fish and supposedly recalls the founding of Temasek, a precursor to Singapore, by a legendary prince.]]> album Mon, 09 Oct 2006 16:42:56 -0400 http://www.dsphotographic.com/g2/singapore/sentosaIsland/ http://www.dsphotographic.com/g2/singapore/sentosaIsland/
Sentosa Island is linked by a causeway to the main island of Singapore and features a plethora of entertainment venues of all sorts. Beaches, restaurants, golf courses, amusement park style attractions, and a pink dolphin show are among the many activities in store for visitors. This island, the southernmost point of continental Asia is also home to the Butterfly Park and also the impressive Underwater World Aquarium.

My favourite attraction, however, was the miniature golf, but I suspect it was the good company I had while playing that made it so enjoyable.]]> album Mon, 09 Oct 2006 16:40:11 -0400 http://www.dsphotographic.com/g2/singapore/butterflyPark/ http://www.dsphotographic.com/g2/singapore/butterflyPark/
The Butterfly Park and Insect Kingdom located on Sentosa Island is home to approximately 15,000 butterflies representing 50 different species. These lovely insects soak up both sun and nectar in a large atrium where they are happy to occasionally probe their human visitors with their proboscis if they think the taste might be right.]]> album Mon, 09 Oct 2006 16:35:42 -0400 http://www.dsphotographic.com/g2/singapore/fountainOfWealth/ http://www.dsphotographic.com/g2/singapore/fountainOfWealth/
The largest fountain in the world, the Fountain of Wealth continuously sprays and spews waterfalls into the expansive plaza below. Surrounded by the Suntec City complex of shopping malls and office buildings, the fountain is meant to be a source of good luck for those who circumnavigate the interior portion of the waterworks three times (when the larger streams are not pummeling the ground with their flow). At night, a laser show dances through the mist created by the spraying fountain.]]> album Mon, 09 Oct 2006 16:33:31 -0400 http://www.dsphotographic.com/g2/singapore/orchardRoad/ http://www.dsphotographic.com/g2/singapore/orchardRoad/
As Orchard Road cuts its course through Singapore, it leaves malls, restaurants and shops in its wake. Each new city block seems to be occupied by a new mall inviting shoppers to browse every imaginable retail store. Bring a fat wallet for the glamorous shops.]]> album Mon, 09 Oct 2006 16:31:34 -0400 http://www.dsphotographic.com/g2/singapore/raffles/ http://www.dsphotographic.com/g2/singapore/raffles/
Historic Raffles Hotel, named after the founder of Singapore, Sir Stamford Raffles, has charmed seekers of luxury for more than a century. A historic monument, this elegant building is home to the Singapore Sling and has been the home to countless famous figures through its lifetime. Joseph Conrad and Rudyard Kipling are among the many celebrated visitors to this hotel that stands as a must see for any visitor to Singapore.]]> album Mon, 09 Oct 2006 16:30:02 -0400 http://www.dsphotographic.com/g2/singapore/singaporeZoo/ http://www.dsphotographic.com/g2/singapore/singaporeZoo/
The sprawling Singapore Zoo is among the best in the world with a huge collection and diversity of animals in lovely habitats. Highlights include the Orangutans, the White Tigers and the White Rhinos.

Next door is the impressive Night Safari that comes to life when the sun sets. Nocturnal animals from around the world wander in and out of the shadows in the jungle environment that is a reasonable substitute for those who can't make the trip to the real thing.]]> album Mon, 09 Oct 2006 15:42:17 -0400