Destination: Cityhall region (Suntec City, Fountain of Wealth, Oriental Singapore), Esplande Theaters, Clarke Quay, Geylang, The National University of Singapore.
Because of its limited geographical space, you can notice how all these buildings are clumped closely together. The oldest Chapel, the Suntec shopping center, the two eye looking building, and the largest ferry wheel could be all seen from my hotel, which was located in the middle of the Cityhall.
Now this is one thing all of my Singaporean friends tell me about: Singaporean Food. My first dinner was near the Singapore's new performance theater center, Esplande. Although there were many fancy restaurants along the way, my emphasis on "local food" brought us here. It felt like an old style food court, instead the stores were lined outside. We started off with a traditional coconut drink and then plunged into these delicious dishes. Because of its multi-ethnic history, the foods were also multi-taste. And having tasted some pad-thai dishes at our school Thai restaurants I was excited to see familiar looking dishes. Although, of course, the tastes were not as peanut as the pad Thai dishes. (Starting from the bottom: Fried Carrot Cake, Fried Hokkien Mee, Fried Kway Tiao, Singapore Satay, and Coconut drink)
In every country, there is always a special place where young people like to hang out. In Singapore, one of those places is Clarke Quay. A bunch of fancy restaurants, cafes, bars, and night clubs nicely lined up at the tip of Singapore River creates a dazzling site to many. The colorful lighting along the silent river certainly makes a spot for many youth to come and enjoy the night. This is only the outskirt, I was shocked to see how big it was inside. It seemed like a endless maze full of street light. And you'll know of course, unlike other countries night club and bar district, this is Singapore, the safest country in the world: its probably safe here too.
The inner part of Clarke Quay. This was only during a weekday night, and already quite a few people hanging out and enjoying the night time.
If your visiting a Southeast Asian country, one thing you shouldn't miss out is their fruits! Even as a fruit lover myself, I had trouble trying these wild fruits that I have never seen in my life. Of course, a few times on photos from my Southeast Asian friends, but never in such a huge stock. One of the must try fruit was (on the right) Durian! This spiky green shaped fruit has yellow filling inside. Although quite common among local people, because of its unique taste and strong smell, foreigners like me usually have hard time tasting this. I took a brave bite myself, but withdrew immediately. Maybe next time I will be able to try again, but not anytime soon I think.
Having 365days of warm weather does bring some good in your tummy. Good tasty fruits all year. And special ones that you can't get anywhere else.
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