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Singapore is one of the best places to visit in Southeast Asia during Christmas. Orchard Road Christmas 2017 event, which took the theme “Endless Wonder,” showed how serious Christmas is celebrated here. There are many great spots to visit if you choose Singapore as Christmas destination, and each of them is beautiful in a unique way.
Here are five spots to put in your Christmas itinerary this year.
1. Andrew’s Cathedral
St. Andrew’s Cathedral is the largest church in Singapore, which dated back to the year 1834. The Anglican church’s design has elegant Neo-Gothic elements, with Madras lime plaster that contributed to its timeless look. This cathedral is also famous for its choir, which is the country’s oldest musical institution. Visiting this cathedral is great to fill your holiday celebration with reflection.
2. Singapore Botanic Garden
Singapore Botanic Garden offers a unique twist of Christmas in a tropical country. Try walking the path from Tanglin Core to Bandstand during the holiday week and witness hundreds of unique Christmas trees. Instead of regular pine trees, you will see different Christmas trees respective of their origin countries.
3. Orchard Road
Orchard Road is famous for its themed decorations and light spectacles. You can walk through a three km-long route to see various light spectacles created by different establishments. There are also performances, pop stores, parades, and even polling event to determine which store/building that has the best light decoration. The theme for every year is different, so the experience is never the same.
4. Universal Studios
Universal Studios Singapore holds special events every holiday, with unique themes suitable for all families. The theme park has Christmas musical shows, special characters and mascots, carnivals, and fireworks to celebrate the holiday. You can also enjoy the rides until late at night.
5. Gardens by the Bay
Gardens by the Bay is a venue for the annual Christmas Wonderland, an event modeled after European Christmas fair and market. You can enjoy activities such as ice skating, snowball fighting, shopping at pop stores, taking fun photos, and eating Christmas snacks. The light decorations are amazing and perfect for the Instagram album.
Finally, no Singapore Christmas celebrations complete without shopping for the perfect gifts. FlowerAdvisor has various Christmas hampers, flower arrangements, and bouquets to surprise your loved ones. International delivery and high-quality gift products will make any Christmas special.
If Orchard Road Christmas Light Up 2017 gave any indication, Singapore is the best place to spend your holiday in Southeast Asia. Visit and enjoy all the spectacles, entertainment, and Christmas events with your friends and loved ones.
