Singapore Botanic Gardens

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Singapore Botanic Gardens

Singapore Botanic Gardens is a 52 hectare botanical garden in Singapore that includes the National Orchid Garden which has a collection of more than 3000 species of orchids. It also has a mini rainforest trail, and a spice garden. It is located along Cluny Road and stretches between Napier Road and Bukit Timah Road.

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Phalaenopsis schilleriana orchid growing in mist house


Founded in its present location in 1859, the beautifully landscaped setting with rolling lawns and lakes is popular as a picnic area for locals and tourists alike. Symphony Lake is a major venue for musical performances.