For me, one of the most enjoyable parts of Singapore, other than the fresh air, delectable food and amazing shopping was the architecture. I was so impressed by the various buildings and landmarks in Singapore that I really think they deserve a post of their own. I’m not talking about the gorgeous tropical scapes, but rather the very impressive buildings and sculptures found throughout Singapore.
My husband kept making fun of me as I stopped every few seconds to stare at the buildings, statues and infrastructure in general. He said that this was not the only country with this kind of landscape, but for me, this was the only place similar to this that I had visited in the last three years. I think I’ve been living in the developing world for too long.
I have to say I was really in awe of all the beautiful structures, both new and old. I loved how modernity and tradition somehow managed to harmoniously collide . I greatly appreciated how so many different cultures and backgrounds shared common space staying true to themselves and keeping their traditions but adapting to their new entourage.
This is mostly a Photo Post of some of the buildings that attracted me the most. I tried to name as many as I remember and I hope you enjoy this journey of Singapore thru photos.
- Wide, Clean Sidewalks on Orchard Road
One of the oldest malls on Orchard
Ion Mall
Ion Mall
Ion Mall
Ion Mall
Statues outside Ion Mall
Statue
MRT Station
In a nutshell…
Marriot Hotel on Orchard
Seven-Eleven Street Shop
Orchard at Night
The view from our Hotel on Orchard
Chijmes Center
Concrete Jungle
Reflections
Temple that divides Little India from China Town
Street in Little India. One of the few places where people jaywalk.
Paper-Thin Buildings
Stark Contrasts. Tradition and Modernity harmoniously collide.
Little India as seen from a Double Decker Bus.
Mosque on Arab Street
Fullerton Hotel.
China Town. Notice all the brand new cars. I don’t think I saw a car more than 4 years old.
Little India
China Town
Building by China Town
Mask
Temple in China Town
Wall Art
Little India
Waterfront
Art and Science Center
Waterfront
Waterfront in Marina Bay
The Merlion
Government Building by Clarke Quay
Clarke Quay
Clarke Quay
Clarke Quay
Office Building
Singapore Flyer
Art and Science Center
Sculpture in a roundabout
Government Building
The next few photos are of the Marina Bay Sands Hotel. I’m sorry there are so many but I was very impressed by both the inside and outside of this huge modern structure.
Marina Bay Sands Shopping Center
Marina Bay Sands Shopping Center
Fountain at Marina Bay
Marina Bay Sands Hotel
Marina Bay Sands Hotel
Marina Bay Sands Hotel
Marina Bay Sands Hotel
Marina Bay Sands Hotel
Marina Bay Sands Hotel
Stumble Abroad 
Brilliant photos!
Hi Ana Lucia. Thanks! I really loved Singapore and I can’t wait to go back and take more pictures of just about everything!!!
Great photos! I went to Singapore for a couple days a few years ago as part of a longer trip and I remember being amazed at how many malls/shopping areas they have. And how clean the streets are. It was a stark contrast to China, where I had been immediately before Singapore, where everyone spits and litters. Might have something to do with Singapore’s caning punishment for such crimes!
I know exactly how you feel! Indonesia might compare to China so as soon as I stepped out of the airplane I felt like I was in a different planet! Fast-forward 4 days, I’m back in Jakarta, the airport literally stinks and I got stuck in traffic for 2 and a half hours trying to travel 15 miles to get home… Nonetheless, I would not change a thing. As long as the four of us are together, it’s all good and the chaos fades away.
Anna, if you go to Singapore again, I recommend you to visit Iluma, that’s next to the “office building” photo. It has a connecting bridge from Bugis Junction. I went photo crazy inside Iluma, I think you will love it. Let me find my photo collection and I’ll post the link here 🙂
Found them!
Here’s the link to Iluma: http://bit.ly/Rwi3wv
and this one is Henderson Waves Bridge: http://bit.ly/SrQgdH
I can’t wait to go to Singapore again and take some more pics! So many places to explore.
Enjoy the pics, Ana 🙂
Wow Fenny! They look amazing!!! I have to go ther eand take some pics! The problem is the boys always try to take my camera away! haahah oh well! THanks for the links!!!
You’re most welcome, Anna :). Glad you like them.
I can imagine the boys would be as excited as you are to take the pics hehehe..
What if each of them carry a disposable camera? Maybe they would be busy taking pics as well, just a thought ;D