Known to many as the Lion City of Asia, Singapore is a bustling cosmopolitan state. An acclaimed tourist hot spot for both its leisure and cultural offerings, it also is recognized as an important business and financial hub in the region.
While Singapore is a thriving city, the nearby Sentosa Island, just a quarter of a mile off the mainland’s southern coast is a haven for visitors. Its sandy beaches, beautiful flora, fauna, and verdant rainforest offer a memorable visit. Numerous attractions are available at Sentosa, mainly designed around providing a theme park experience. Highlights include the Underwater World, the Luge and Skyride, the water jets and light show are also known as the Songs of the Sea, will surely amaze any visitor.
Access to the Island is through the cable car, which offers amazing views, or by ferry. Buses plying from the mainland to the island are also available. The admission fees are nominal rates and a free bus service operates for visitors to travel around the island.
Attracting travellers the world over is the Butterfly Park & Insect Kingdom located in the Imbiah Lookout. This stunning showcase of over thousands of species of butterflies and insects is a must-see experience for tourists of all ages. A world class conservatory has been built for visitors to observe these species. Designed and created to authentically replicate lush rainforests, this also helps to create a suitable environment for these insects.
An amazing site to be witnessed at the park is at the venue known as the Pupa House. Here visitors are shown the metamorphosis of a butterfly. Primarily geared to educate and create awareness among its younger visitors, this live occurrence is certain to delight every age. Another main attraction at the Butterfly Park & Insect Kingdom is the display of fireflies. The aviary, which houses these species, is darkened to recreate a twilight atmosphere in order to view their beauty.
