Walking back after the dog walk we passed the tree most commonly seen in Singapore - the Rain Tree. 'The Rain Tree can easily be identified by its big umbrella-shaped
crown. The leaves have a habit of folding up at dusk
and before rainy weather, hence its name. When the Rain Tree
blooms, the crown is covered in clusters of pink-white flowers'. source:
common trees in Singapore.
Richard took us down to the Street Food market for lunch. We passed the ParkRoyal hotel(?) on the way - with its interesting terraces...
Whilst the food was delicious the experience was a little sanitized - in keeping with Singapore's reputation for safety.
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| Kingfisher sculpture and Marina Bay Sands building and rooftop garden in background: Marina Bay Sands |
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| yet more food! |
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| what's distracting Simon? |
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| that'll be it... |
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| ah, take me back, all is forgiven. |
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| approaching the Gardens by the Bay Cloud-dome |
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| we didn't see any... |
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| Marina Bay Sands again |
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| I bet that's a full-time job... |
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| Inside the Cloud-dome. Phew! |
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| Orchids, obviously |
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| Cloud-dome sky walk. I didn't do it. |
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| Count the animals in the carving. There's more than you think! |
The cloud-dome was spectacular. Not only in the architecture and design, in the eco-system and built-in self-reliance, but in the wonderfully refreshing cool temperature (by comparison to outside) and the habitat planting. I'd have a season ticket to this place, a jewel in Singapore's crown, the wow factor and the calmness combined for a special experience we won't ever forget.
Kat
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