Historical park of Singapore
Kent Ridge Park in Singapore takes full advantage of the natural vegetation and topography by how it was designed. I found all the various look out points which offered spectacular views of the islands like Pulau Duran Darat. The park was within walking distance from one of the Best Hotels in Singapore where I was staying on a business trip. This was a great treat for me because I’m a bit of a fitness buff too.
Kent Ridge Park offered the most number of fitness stations, about 20, I believe. All the fitness equipment pose a great challenge for me, which I naturally enjoyed. But, I also enjoyed the natural vegetation and the forest groves of Tembusu, Dillenias and Acacias. These groves were alive with sounds of birds and insects which broke the silence and serenity of the park. I also, besides working out, would stroll through the meandering dirt paths towards two ponds teeming with turtles and fish like the Japanese Koi. As a naturist too, I enjoyed the serene ambiance which the park also offers besides a good work out.
It was interesting to note that as a part of the Army’s adoption of the park as The Army Green Park, they mounted two decommissioned M114 artillery Guns and an AMX-13 Light Tank as a point of interest. Pretty contradictory really, compared to all the serenity abounding, but I must admit, I do like my military toys. I read a plaque installed at the upper carpark denoting and commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the end of World War II and explained that one of the last battles for Singapore was fought on the very hill which covers most of the harbour. Apparently, the park is also very famous for the WWII relics and bunkers. There’s even a ‘history’ trail which I’ll have to explore on another day. But, in the meantime it’s crunch time.
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