Discovering Singapore
Chapter 1
From swamp to global metropolis
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Chapter 2
The green blueprint of a garden city
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Chapter 3
The delicious melting pot of cultures
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Chapter 4
Quirky laws and high-tech living
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Master of Discovering Singapore
Ch 2 · The green blueprint of a garden city
Fun Fact
Supertree plants: Over 162,900 plants from more than 200 species grow on the surfaces of the Gardens by the Bay Supertrees.
Glossary
garden city (noun)
A planned residential community designed to include abundant green spaces, parks, and open areas. Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew introduced this concept in 1967 to transform Singapore into a lush metropolis.
A planned residential community designed to include abundant green spaces, parks, and open areas. Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew introduced this concept in 1967 to transform Singapore into a lush metropolis.
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Which plant family is featured in Singapore's National Orchid Garden, housing over 1,000 species?
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What is the name of Singapore's policy that requires new buildings to replace lost ground greenery on rooftops?
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Which urban park in Singapore is famous for its resident packs of smooth-coated otters?