National Parks

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  • In Beak Condition

    In Beak Condition

    Do you own a bird, or are thinking of owning one? Let's look at some common beak problems faced by bird owners.

  • Walking with Giants

    Walking with Giants

    'Primary Rainforest'. How nostalgic to hear the term being mentioned by our guide, Paul. He was explaining that we were standing in what was the last main area of primary rainforest left in Singapore - the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve.

  • Seeking Gardening Volunteers!

    Seeking Gardening Volunteers!

    Love the outdoors and have a green thumb? Join HortPark’s new volunteering programme for gardeners. The “HortPark Care for Plants” programme is open to interested members of public of all ages. It provides you with opportunities to share your knowledge and gardening skills with others.

  • Let’s Talk About Tortoises and Turtles

    Let’s Talk About Tortoises and Turtles

    Find out fast facts to differentiate our shelled friends, the tortoise and turtle.

  • Have An “Ox-spicious” New Year

    Have An “Ox-spicious” New Year

    As we usher in the Lunar New Year of the Ox this year, get to know six flora and fauna found in Singapore that appear to be associated with cattle.

  • An Atmosphere Of Good Dining

    An Atmosphere Of Good Dining

    The newly opened Parkland Green offers a variety of dining options with great views of the beach too, as the writer of this article discovered.

  • Exploring with sParks*

    Exploring with sParks*

    Eager to explore a park but not sure where to start? Scratching your head over where to head for lunch after a stroll in the Singapore Botanic Gardens? Need to answer nature's call while cycling along a park connector? Well, the newly-launched sParks* App aims to help with all of that. Developed in collaboration with iAPPS, sParks* helps you plan your day at Singapore's parks, gardens and nature reserves, including the Park Connector Network.

  • In Beak Condition

    In Beak Condition

    Do you own a bird, or are thinking of owning one? Let's look at some common beak problems faced by bird owners.

  • Head East for Great Eats

    Head East for Great Eats

    Foodies, Marine Cove at East Coast Park is now open – bigger and better than before. After extensive renovations, Marine Cove, with its spectacular vista of the sea, is ready to reclaim its reputation as one of Singapore’s premiere family-friendly locations.

  • Seeing Green By Playing In Parks

    Seeing Green By Playing In Parks

    Have you ever heard the old wives’ tale that looking at green objects can improve your eyesight? For today’s children, who are practically born with iPhones or Playstation Portables in their hands, there may be a grain of truth to this adage.

  • The Gift of Trees

    The Gift of Trees

    Here are six reasons why trees are the gifts that keep giving to our City in Nature!

  • Making Waves in the East

    Making Waves in the East

    The entrance to the seasports club is a discreet walkway that few would notice. But once I stepped in and walked through the narrow stone path, I was greeted by greenery on all sides, and it almost seemed like I’d entered a different world.

  • A Workshop For Every Age

    A Workshop For Every Age

    Ever wonder what to do in your spare time? Love orchids but uncertain about how to care for them? Looking for an activity that allows you to bond with your child and still have fun? How about an opportunity for the little one to discover the amazing biodiversity found in our island-state? Check out these interesting activities and workshops conducted at the Singapore Botanic Gardens.

  • Earth Day – With A Touch Of Kindness

    Earth Day – With A Touch Of Kindness

    Earth Day, which falls on 22 April every year, is an occasion when we are reminded to appreciate the environment. On the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, Pasir Ris Park celebrated by showing a little kindness to its mangroves – as well as to some special friends of NParks.

  • A Sunset to Remember

    A Sunset to Remember

    On a recent trip to East Coast Park, I was pleasantly surprised by a fabulous dinner of succulent beef and lamb at Sunset Bay Garden Beach Bar & Restaurant.

  • Contemporary Touches to Familiar Flavours

    Contemporary Touches to Familiar Flavours

    Thanks to Forrest Gump, I know that life can be likened to a box of chocolates. And as I stepped into the tastefully decorated classical interior of Chinese Box, I wondered what metaphor I could use to describe the food I was about to eat. I was treated to some of the restaurant’s signature dishes. Here are my thoughts relating to each one of them.

  • Jump, Skate and Swave!

    Jump, Skate and Swave!

    East Coast Park is a lively place, brimming with outdoor-loving teenagers and fun fads. We check out the latest happenings at the park, and spot some cool leisure sport trends in the making.

  • New PCN Pitstops In Parks

    New PCN Pitstops In Parks

    Six bicycle rental kiosks or 'PCN Pitstops' have been set up in four parks along the 42km Eastern Coastal Park Connector Network (PCN)

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