Singapore: The magical city in the garden with spectacular Supertrees!

Singapore: The magical city in the garden with spectacular Supertrees!

Singapore has become a remarkable metropolis, famous as the “City in a Garden”. In a remarkable transformation, the city is being transformed through modern architecture and innovative greening supported by various architectural wonders. Among its most distinctive features are the impressive skywalks and majestic Supertrees, which bring vegetation to heights and serve the city's restoration mission. This modern landscape not only attracts tourists, but also illustrates Singapore's strategic approach to integrating nature and urban space.

A central attraction is Changi Airport, which, with its outstanding cleanliness and various attractions, is one of the first sights that visitors want to experience in Singapore. It's no wonder that this airport ranks third in the ranking of the cleanest airports in the world. Extremely strict regulations also ensure cleanliness in the city itself. From the “mosquito police” that search for larvae in private homes to automated robots that patrol shopping centers, no detail is left to the goal of cleanliness and safety.

Supertree Grove and Gardens by the Bay

One of the must-visit highlights are the Supertrees at Gardens by the Bay, a project of the National Parks Board of Singapore. Standing between 25 and 50 meters tall, these impressive “improved” trees consist of living plants on a sturdy steel base. Entry to the gardens is free, but there is a fee to access the Skyway, which runs between the Supertrees. The Skyway not only offers breathtaking views of Marina Bay and the surrounding area, but also allows visitors to visit more than 162,900 natural plants artfully scattered throughout the Supertrees canopies.

Visitors shouldn't miss the Supertrees' daily light and sound shows at 7:45 p.m. and 8:45 p.m., which provide a mesmerizing spectacle and highlight the magic of these architectural wonders. It is recommended to use the MRT to get there, with the Bayfront MRT Station (CE1/DT16) being the best access to the Gardens by the Bay.

A culinary paradise

Singapore is not only known for its architecture, but also offers a diverse and exquisite dining scene. With 51 Michelin-starred restaurants, including notable establishments such as Araya, Chaleur, Matera and Pangium, the city has something to offer every foodie. A tasting menu at Pangium costs from around 140 euros. Hawker centers that serve cheap street food are also very popular. Among the more than 100 hawker centers, the Market Street Center, located on the waterfront in the East Coast Lagoon, is particularly modern.

Of course, the national dish chicken rice is a must in Singapore. In these hawker centers, visitors can expect a self-service atmosphere coupled with the characteristic Singlish language of the sellers. For coffee lovers, Generation Coffee is considered the best provider in the city, making a visit to these culinary establishments an absolute must.

In summary, Singapore is a city that combines tradition and modernity in an extraordinary way, with both cultural and gastronomic highlights to suit every taste. The Supertrees and the Gardens by the Bay in particular are impressive symbols of this change and should not be missed when visiting the city.