Category Archives: Travel

Masjid Sultan Singapura

Posted on September 30, 2015 by curiouscat

The Sultan Mosque is located in Kampung Glam next to the Malaysia Heritage Center. The mosque was gazetted as a national monument in 1975. The current structure was built in the 1920s. An annex building, in a similar style was … Continue reading →

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Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve

Posted on August 2, 2014 by curiouscat

Nature parks are usually not the first thing that comes to mind when people think of Singapore. But Singapore actually has several excellent parks including the Sungei Buloh Nature Park. Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve is located on the North of … Continue reading →

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Pura Dalem Desa Pakraman, Ubud, Bali

Posted on May 17, 2014 by curiouscat

The sign at this temple says Pura Dalem Desa Pakraman Ubud. I am certain this is Pura Dalem (see entrance sign below), I am not 100% certain that there are not a couple places called Pura Dalem and then this … Continue reading →

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Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay, Singapore

Posted on March 8, 2014 by curiouscat

The Gardens by the Bay consist of two large buildings and fairly small outdoor gardens. The flower dome includes a wide variety of flowers from regions around the globe. Both buildings are glass bubbles providing a view of downtown Singapore. … Continue reading →

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Photos of Little India

Posted on December 23, 2013 by curiouscat

Here are some photos from a walk I took in the Little India area in Singapore when I had visitors.

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Asian Civilizations Museum

Posted on April 15, 2013 by curiouscat

The Asian Civilizations Museum in Singapore is packed with great artworks. See a few photos in this post. This museum is definitely worth a visit for those who enjoy museums. The Asian Civilisations Museum’s flagship at Empress Place opened in … Continue reading →

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Buddha Tooth Temple

Posted on February 13, 2013 by curiouscat

The Buddha Tooth Temple is one of the more popular tourist destinations in Singapore. I enjoyed visiting. If you like temples, history and art it is definitely worth a visit. The site includes a museum as well as an operating … Continue reading →

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Gardens by the Bay

Posted on March 13, 2012 by curiouscat

New Singapore Gardens soon to open near Marina Bay Sands Casino and Luxury Hotel. The greenhouses will allow plants from all over the world to be seen in Singapore. In June the first part of the park will open. Related: … Continue reading →

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Transportation from Singapore to Johor Bahru Malaysia

Posted on January 24, 2012 by curiouscat

To travel from Singapore to Malaysia there are several options, nearly all use the two bridges that connect Singapore to Johor Bahru. Taxis can be caught at Queen Street to go to Johor Bahru. The taxis cost $40 to go … Continue reading →

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Singapore’s Green Corridor

Posted on December 8, 2011 by curiouscat

The 26 km railroad corridor was decommissioned earlier this year. What is left is becoming an enjoyable visit to nature. As in many other countries there is great interest in turning the former railroad into a nature recreation trail. Singapore … Continue reading →

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