Want to have a feel of ancient China… and that too, in Singapore? Visit the Chinese Gardens of Singapore and you'll feel as if you are a part of the old world of China.
Chinese Gardens, Singapore was built in 1975 by a renowned Taiwanese architect. Modeled on the imperial style of architecture and landscaping that is quite popular in northern China, these gardens are one of the most-visited Singapore attractions.
On entry into Chinese Gardens, Singapore, you'll be greeted by a bridge known as Pai Hung Chiao. This bridge is closely modeled on the 17-arch bridge of Summer Palace, Beijing.
At the end of this bridge is a Chinese arch building with a fishpond and two courtyards. The Chinese Gardens, Singapore also houses Ru Yun Ta, a pagoda - a common Chinese building - meant for keeping human bones. This Singapore park also has a 'stone boat' and 'tea house', two traditional features of Chinese architecture.
Chinese Gardens of Singapore has numerous plants and rocks woven around small plateaus and towers. Footpaths and a beautiful winding stream grant this place a unique natural splendor.
About 1,000 China-imported bonsais are housed in the Bonsai Garden of Chinese Gardens, Singapore. This place was built at a whopping cost of SGD 3.8 million. A training center for the art of caring for bonsai is scheduled to be launched at the Chinese Gardens soon.
Chinese Gardens, Singapore is open between 6 am and 11 pm on all days of the week. Admission into the garden is free of cost. However, you need to buy tickets for entry into the Bonsai Garden - rates are SGD 2 for adults and SGD 1 for children.
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