Being one of the world’s most iconic man-made structures, Marina Bay Sands is an integrated resort and casino property that overlooks the iconic Singapore skyline. Read on to know more about this architectural wonder.

Marina Bay Sands | Image Credit : Someformofhuman, Marina Bay Sands (сropped), CC BY-SA 3.0

What is it?

Boasting a peculiar yet lavish outlook, Marina Bay Sands is an establishment that houses the worlds most expensive casino. The building is also composed of 2561 accommodations, number of exhibition and convention centers, a mall, a museum and a plethora of star-class restaurants.

What is so special about it?

The iconic building comprises of 3 standalone structures supporting a unique rooftop that extends over three of the structures, all the mega-structure’s constituents are composed of living areas, luxury abodes and modern spaces and the rooftop being the most significant of all has an expansive infinity pool along with a host of restaurants and entertainment hubs.

Design and Construction

The polarising architectural design flourished in the mind of Moshe Safdie and he states that he took inspiration from card decks while he was designing the structure. Originally planned to open in the year of 2009, the Marina Bay Sand’s construction being highly affected by rising costs of material, officially opened for public on 23rd June 2010.

Getting there

Being a prominent attraction in Singapore reaching Marina Bay Sands is very easy. All you have to do is get into a taxi and tell him your destination. If you are stationed at a reputed Singapore residence hotel the likes of Citadines Mount Sophia Singapore getting there would be much easier since it is located at proximity.