Lovers of orchids, one of the loveliest blooms of the tropics, and even the curious sightseer will enjoy a visit to Singapore’s National Orchid Garden. Here you will see orchids of every imaginable variety in a sensational array of different colours, sizes and shapes.
This spectacular garden was inaugurated in 1995 by Minister Lee Kuan Yew. Interestingly this attraction is situated on top of the highest hillock within the famous Singapore Botanic Gardens. Extending over three hectares the National Orchid Garden boasts beautifully landscaped grounds where you will be able to admire no less than 600 varieties of the more than 1,000 different species as well as 2,000 hybrid varieties cultivated here.
A unique feature of this lovely verdant expanse is its unusual design format; its plants are separated according to their colour, with four zones themed after the four seasons. The ‘winter’ area displays light blue and white shades; the ‘spring’ zone features major colours of lively and bright hues of yellow, cream and gold; the ‘summer’ zone is resplendent in strong pinks and reds; while the ‘autumn’ zone features matured colours. These colour zones are created by a meticulous blend of chosen orchids, shrubs, trees and herbs in the desired floral and foliage shades.
Visitors to the Singapore Botanic Gardens will see that the grounds are arranged into three distinct Cores, each presenting a selection of exciting attractions. Of these the Central zone caters primarily to tourists visiting the park. On the other hand Tanglin focuses on the heritage of the gardens with its historical charms and selection of old favourites. Meanwhile Bukit Timah functions as the recreational and educational zone.
Over the years Singapore has maintained its status as a premier tourist destination with numerous attractions. One of the most affluent nations on the globe, Singapore features the lofty skyscrapers of a modern metropolis with vestiges of its past, including a blend of Malay, Chinese and Indian traditions. With exceptional shopping opportunities, delicious cuisine and an exciting nightlife, Singapore is always a pleasure to visit.
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Uditha Dharmawardhane is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Roland Lefevre. He specializes in creating features on leisure as well as business travel destinations across the globe.