July 9, 2011

Sultan Mosque

The Sultan Mosque with its enormous gl0bal dome and big prayer hall is one of the most impressive religious buildings and is the central hub for the Singapore Muslims. Denis Santry designed the mosque and it was constructed in the year 1928.

Location: 3 Muscat Street Singapore 198833 Tel: (65) 6293 4405

Reaching there: You can take the MRT to the Bugis MRT station (EW12) and then exit in the direction of the Blanco court dilrection.Head in the North bridge road. The Golden landmark hotel is a useful landmark.

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Singapore Flyer

The world’s biggest colossal obsesrvation wheel is the Singapore Flyover. It provides the tourists a 360?? spectacular view of Singapore and further than that.

The flyover is tactically located at the Marilna Bay.It is situated across a three storey terminal building with an stimulating display of F&B and retail options. A central entrance hall leads to a flourishing tropical rain forest. Ther is an open air-theatre staging live showa to pull crowds from all over the placae. In addition to the byuzzling of activites, ther is a 210 metre lengthy waterfront dinng pronmenade.

The visitors can stand on top of the dazzling 165 metre flyover and havae a spectacular view of the Singapore skylilne. You can look at the wonderful Marina bay, soaring skyscrapers, the tropical greenery and the brilliant lights and frenziedly actions touching the gorgeous skies.You will sense you are n top of the world for thirty minutes. Certainly an experience you should never fail to miss.

Thsis unique e xperience can be personalized by the specialized flight planners. Right from product launch to conference/breakfast meetings, VIP champagne flights,private capsules, this peculiar vnue in the sky unlocks a hot of actions for all your requirements.

II. Prices: III. Singapore Flight For Adult(? 13 years old): it is S$29.50 For kids (3-12 years old): it is S$20.65 For Seniors (? 60 years old): it is S$23.60 IV. Signature Cocktail Flight For Adult(? 13 years old): S$69.00 For kids (3-12 years old): S$48.30 For Seniors (? 60 years old): S$55.20 V. Express Boarding Flight For grown-ups (? 13 years old): it is S$52.00 For kids (3-12 years old): it is S$36.40 For elders (? 60 years old): it is S$41.60

The Flyover is Opened every day: from 8:30am - 10:30pm The Ticket Sales:is from 8:00am - 10:00pm The Last Admission: is at 10:15pm VI. Ticket Booths The Ticket booths are situated next to the Sky Deck, 2nd level next to the link bridge and at the entry of the 1st floor. Otherwise you canmake use of the facilities of online booking at Official homepage of Singapore Flyer - http://www.singaporeflyer.com VII. Contact Info Singapore Flyer Pte Ltd 30 Raffles Avenue, #01-07 Singapore 039803 Tel: (65) 6333 3311

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July 8, 2011

Sri Mariamman Temple, Singapore

One of the ancient Hindu temples in Singapore is the Sri Mariamman temple. It dates back to 1827. In the year 1843, the brick bone of the present day temple was constructed. The later addition comprises of a plethora of deities that are carved on the walls, ceiling frescos and bell decked doors. The fire walking festival called as Theemithi in Tamil is celebrated in this temple. A number o f Hindu wedding is done at this temple. .
At the temple gates, you can have a look at the tower or gopuram on top of the temple entrance. The gopuram is enclosed with metaphorical statue s of the God and Goddess and legendary creatures. The goputam is a lofty structure and can be seen even from far off distance. Without even stepping into the temple, the devotees can worship the; gopuram from a far off distance. You can notice the coconut leaves and mango leaves strings hanging above the doors of the temple. These leaves stand as a symbol of purity and welcome. You need to remove your foot wears and then step into the temple.

Before entering, the devotees ring the bell at the door and ask the almighty to fulfill their request. The devotees wash their hands, feet, sprinkle water over the head and purify themselves. There is an aluminum enclosure where the devotees break the coconut as a sign of breaking the egos to expose their kind and pure inner being.

Inside the temple premises, you have to walk in a clockwise direction around the temple hall as a symbol of good luck. You can have a look at the mango, banana and sari offerings to the deities as a sign of abundance.

You can observe the utilize of lotus as a human life sign to the Hindus as a motif of decoration. Since the lotus bud extends to the sun in spite of the roots entrenched in mud. Similarly man endeavors for the religious in spite of deeply rooted in nature. Location: 244 South Bridge Road Singapore 058793 Tel: (65) 6223 4064 Reaching There: You need to take the MRT to the City Hall Station (EW13/NS25), and from North Bridge Road take the SBS bus 103, 166 or 197 or TIBS bus 61.

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Central Sikh Temple, Singapore

In honor of the Sikh guru Guru Nanak’s 158 birth anniversary, the Central Sikh temple in Singapore was constructed. The temple is the main place of worship for nearly more than 15,000 Sikhs of the country. The temple has a blend artistic of traditional and modern architecture. The Sikh’s holy book called the Granth Sahib is preserved in the glorious prayer hall. The prayer hall has a 13 meter broad dome on top of it.

The 1986 SIA Architectural design award was given to this Sikh temple.

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Istana

The istana called as “Palace” in Malay language is constructed on an nutmeg plantation. Previously the istana was the official home for the envoy of the British crown. At present it is Singapore president’s official residence. It is opened to public for times in a year.

It ranges in classical style from the metaphorical Victorian Renaissance to the simpler Roman classical with strokes of Chinese, Malay, Gothic and other influence. Indeed, the Istana is a magnificent structure.

Saunter on the splendid grounds. You will be very much overwhelmed by the beautiful gardens. The Singapore botanical garden superintendents have planted rare varieties of plants. Put down your picnic mat hear to the marching beats of the brass bands and immerse yourself in a lively ambiance.

The istana is opened only on some particular dates of the year.

For more information visit the istana.

The istabna is located on the Orchard road.

To get t there , you can take the MRT to Dhoby Ghaut station (NS24) and walk across the Orchard road.

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