overall, the place is very calming and tranquil. scenic lakes, hills and canyons that are one-of-a-kind in singapore, as well as some photogenic caves that serve as a perfect picnic spot. would totally recommend if you're looking for a slow-paced yet refreshing morning jog/walk. quite similar to the guilin in china, and it's also rare to chance upon a place like this in the low-rise area of bukit batok. a gem of its own. my family had a nice breakfast with a panoramic view of the lake, and the turtles also kept my brothers engaged. but initially, we also noticed how the turtle had a rope tied around its neck in the lake and was struggling (did not take photos of it). we reported it to nparks and went back a few days later to see how the situation was like. found out the turtle was no longer at that area and prayed that it was safe and free somewhere out there. not so bicycle friendly imo, as the ground can be quite rough and uneven for someone to lug or ride their bicycle. not many eateries near there, so it is advised to bring your own food there is you're planning to be there...
Read moreThis park is quite amazing and silent. You can see the big rock formation at the bottom of the still lake. When i visit this place its not much windy. I'm expecting it to be more cool. But, expectations did not meet my reality. Nevertheless, the scenery here is impressive. Most of all I witnessed a bird I'm not quite sure if its an eagle or a falcon. I saw that it is eating its prey. Lucky me that day.. Honest review the place where breathtaking but I'm disappointed about the color of the water its green.. maybe we can clean this up and turn into a much clearer or blue bodies of water. But overall my ratings for this Little Guilin is still 5 stars. Lastly, we need to help each other to keep it clean.. because some places have an awful smell of urine. Maybe the agency that caring for nature put some cctv's or guards to promote good quality and cleanliness of the place....
Read moreWith the title of 'Bukit Batok Town Park' it's easy to miss this scenic gem in Singapore. From the name it sounds like somewhere a family would take the kids to play on the swings, whereas I think it would be much more appreciated by those looking for a bit of nature in SG. This is my favourite of the various quarries in the Bukit Batok/Bukit Timah area. On a day with blue skies and a bit of a breeze it is a very pleasant spot to while away an hour or so. There's not a lot to do but you can enjoy the peace and quiet, take a few photos of Xiao Guilin, spot turtles/terrapins and a few other creatures in the water and dragonflies and butterflies around the park - altogether a top spot if you are the outdoorsy type or fancy a brief escape from the bustle of Singapore's...
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