Must-visit conservatories in Singapore’s "Gardens by the Bay" – Is the air-conditioning a hidden attraction?
▲ The "Supertree Grove" at Gardens by the Bay has become a must-visit sightseeing spot for travelers in recent years.
Reported and photographed by reporter Tsai Wen-jun / Singapore
In the movie *Avatar*, the planet Pandora, covered with dense jungle vegetation and misty mountains, is the most beautiful homeland in the hearts of the Na’vi. If you’re looking for a place on Earth that comes closest to the Na’vi’s home, then"Gardens by the Bay"might be the spot that best captures the world of *Avatar*.
Designed with the concept of a "city in a garden," Gardens by the Bay cost NT$24 billion to build and opened to the public in 2012. The entire garden spans a total area of 101 hectares and is home to over 380,000 precious plant species from around the world. The park consists of three areas: the Bay South Garden, the Bay East Garden, and the Bay Central Garden. However, currently, only the Bay South Garden is open to the public, while the Bay East and Bay Central Gardens remain closed.
Covering an area of 54 hectares, the Bay South Garden not only features 18 "Supertrees" that are nearly 16 stories high and serve eco-friendly and regenerative functions—drawing everyone’s attention—but also includes two large conservatories, the "Flower Dome" and the "Cloud Forest," which house hundreds of thousands of plant species and are must-visit attractions in Gardens by the Bay.
"Flower Dome" – Is the air-conditioning a hidden attraction?
▲ The central plaza of the Flower Dome features different plant arrangements every month, offering a new experience with each visit.
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Upon entering the Flower Dome, before diving into this fantastical jungle of exotic flowers and various tree species, take a moment to feel the air-conditioning inside the conservatory. Local senior tour guides saythat if you crouch down and touch the floor, you’ll feel cool air continuously seeping up from below, making visitors feel refreshingly cool as soon as they step into the greenhouse. But if you raise your hand above your head, you’ll notice the air temperature is actually warm. The guide explains that this is one of the ways the garden manages indoor temperatures—a fun and hidden experience.
▲ %The unique cooling system ensures that a large number of plants receive optimal airflow from below.＜/strong>
The Flower Dome houses a wide variety of rare plants from regions such as the Mediterranean, Southern Europe, Central America, South America, and Africa. Giant cacti, thousand-year-old olive trees, and a range of flowers leave visitors dazzled.
Aside from strolling through this man-made jungle, visitors can also enjoy a different themed floral display created every two to three months at the center of the Flower Dome. These displays incorporate elements of Singapore’s multicultural society, ensuring a fresh experience with each visit.
%The creative designs inspired by various regional plants also blend artistic elements with local cultural characteristics, bringing the feeling of exploring a vibrant garden.＜/strong>
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"Cloud Forest" – The 35-meter-high waterfall is the biggest highlight!
▲ Since Singapore doesn’t have natural waterfalls, they built one themselves—the waterfall in the Cloud Forest is romantically lit in the evening.
Just next to the exit of the Flower Dome is the entrance to the Cloud Forest. The biggest feature of the Cloud Forest is its 35-meter-high waterfall and the elevated walking bridge that spirals down around it.
As soon as you step into the Cloud Forest, you can feel the strong mist from the waterfall and the slightly cooler temperature. The guide explains that since Singapore has no high mountains or waterfalls—sights you’d normally have to travel abroad to see—not everyone can afford to do so. That’s why this place was created to let people experience mountain climates and a variety of plants.
The elevated walking bridge that spirals around the waterfall is also a must-do pathway for visitors to the Cloud Forest. This six-story-high bridge allows you to get up close to exhibits like ferns, pitcher plants, and orchids, while also offering views of the Marina Bay Sands hotel and the scenic waterfront of Gardens by the Bay.
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▲ %The spiral walkway lets you descend gradually from a height of several stories, and at night, the path is lit up with romantic lighting.
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