Singapore airport is filled with flowers, a garden, a prayer room as well as lots of places to shop. I couldn't resist taking photographs of the lovely garden spots. I was met at the airport by my friend's sister and husband who showed me around this extraordinary city. After dining on drunken shrimp and other delicacies, we drove through Little India where residents had decorated for Deepavali (Diwali), the Festival of Lights.
The following morning we set out for the Gardens by the Bay, an area of the city sustainably designed to showcase several different types of indoor and outdoor gardens. We headed for the Flower Dome which had a special Deepavali exhibition as well as all kinds of plants from around the world. Nestled in the beautiful landscaped gardens were sculptures from around the world.
In the afternoon, we went to the Cloud Forest, a multi-level indoor rainforest. The views of the city and the leveled gardens were breathtaking. As part of the exhibit there was a model and explanation of the recycling of water and sustainable use of energy throughout the entire development.
My last full day in Singapore we visited the Tooth Relic Temple where Buddhist services were being held. We tiptoed through the aisles viewing the 1000 Buddhas and offerings of prayer. Walking down Temple Street we visited a Hindu temple and walked through the streets of Singapore's Chinatown. We ended up at the Chinese Market where numerous people gathered to line dance to popular music. Although my stay was short I had a memorable time in this lovey city.
