Visitors to Singapore should find the time to visit the fascinating Singapore City Gallery. Both leisure and business travellers interested in learning more about the development of the city-state will be enthralled by this attraction. There is no better way to gain an authentic insight into the historical legacy of Singapore, as you will learn how it developed from an insignificant fishing village to the vibrant urbanised metropolis it now is.
Visitors will be captivated by the extensive and detailed architectural model, which provides an aerial view of the unmistakable city centre and the renowned Orchard Road shopping avenue as well as outlying districts such as Singapore River. The gallery features three storeys with an excess of 50 interactive and audiovisual exhibits featured in no less than 10 theme-based areas. Visitors of all ages will be entranced by the institution’s captivating multi-sensory presentations describing many aspects of Singapore’s eventful journey of development.
Visitors will see examples of other modern cities before seeing the enthralling highlights of the Lion City via a panoramic 270 degree display. You will see the modest origins of the city and how it progressed from being an unimportant fishing village to the resplendent city it is today, within a relatively brief interval of time. One of the most interesting features is a special game for up to eight players that simulates the development of a modern city with a limited land area. You can help create inventive solutions to overcome the obstacles faced.
Visitors will understand the importance of conserving buildings and other structures of historical value and how the cultural heritage of Singapore has been preserved through timely conservation measures. Not to be missed is the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of urban design, as visitors will gain an understanding of the art of fashioning appealing streetscapes with suitable buildings. You will admire Singapore’s attractive sites and the techniques used to create them, and finally fashion your own urban skyline. Visitors seeking convenient accommodation facilities will find it ideal to make a Singapore hotel reservation at a Singapore city centre hotel like the Copthorne King’s Hotel Singapore. This well-appointed property offers stylish interiors with a host of modern amenities.
Angela Fernando is an impassioned travel writer who composes pieces under the pen name Sumaira Narayan. She loves writing about new and exciting places around the world and hopes to visit them all someday. Google+