Shared a cable car with 3 other ang mohs. We passed a cruise ship which was just leaving the port. Kit saw the same ship docking when he visited Sentosa a few weeks back.
While we were on top of the ship, we could actually hear a quartet playing from the deck area near the swimming pool. Wonder what's it like to live and work in a ship for months...
Paid S$8 to get into Fort Siloso, Singapore's only preserved coastal fort. They did a good job with the audio visual displays, interactive exhibits and even authentic aromas - a poignant reminder of the war years.
This was a special act depicting the various reactions and thoughts of young Singaporeans towards the war years. Only available for a limited period to commemorate 60 years of WWII.
The signing ceremony which saw the Japanese surrendering at the end of the WWII. Notice the life-sized replicas complete with facial expressions.
The bloodiest war in history concluded with a short simple ceremony, and for obvious reasons was an extensively photographed occasion. For some reason, I did not take that particular photo, but I knew this was some other signing ceremony as well. :D
The biggest replica of Singapore's most enduring symbol - The Merlion. Did not go all the way up to the top of the half-lion, half-fish creature for a glimpse of their animation feature.
It was late afternoon when we decided we had enough walking for the day. Singaporeans must be healthy people - walk from HDB flats to MRT, walk from MRT to workplace/shopping complex/wherever, and walk back again. Repeat for everyday. Maybe we Malaysians can learn something from our southern neighbour.
Woke up early to catch the Aeroline bus back to PJ. Took some shots at the back of the Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel. Neat, green and clean - that's how I'd describe Singapore in 3 words. Needless to say, I found the greenery a salve for tired eyes. Mmm... :)
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