104428 Not only do the days leading up to Singapore’s National Day on 9 August are set abuzz by pulsating, patriotic vibes all around the country, this is also the best time to take in our lush cityscape.
104429 Singapore’s first National Day was held at the now defunct National Stadium in 1965 when the nation gained independence from Malaysia, bringing with it many challenges that were eventually seen through and commemorated up till today.
104430 Take a trishaw ride around the suburban areas in Singapore and you will see National flags flapping gaily outside convenience stores and public housing.
104431 After indulging in the festive sales, hop on to the Singapore Flyer just in time to witness the spectacular aerial performances at the Marina Bay platform, where the annual National Day Parade has been held since 2008.
104432 Those lucky enough to snag tickets to the National Day Parade will experience some of Singapore’s greatest technological advances executed in the form of parades, stunts and cinematic storytelling retelling Singapore’s history.
104433 Another sight to behold and participate in is the famous Kallang Roar (which was created in the early 1970s by the 55,000 soccer fanatics thronging the national stadium during the heydays of the Malaysia Cup), a wave-like movement to enliven any momentous national occasion.
104434 Otherwise, there is always the option of a romantic night out at the newly-opened Marina Barrage, where you can pop a bottle of champagne and watch the fireworks from a distance, while partaking in the lively and exciting vibe.
104438 Spend an evening at the world’s only Night Safari and check off ’visit an open safari’ on your to-do list.
104439 One of many wildlife parks and attractions, other notable ones include the world famous Singapore Zoo, Jurong Bird Park – the world’s largest bird park, and Asia’s largest tropical oceanarium, the Underwater World Singapore.
104440 So gather your friends and family, and get ready for a wild adventure like no other.