Sunday, August 30, 2020

New 'Marina Barrage', Jurassic Mile: 3 places Singaporeans can explore soon, even if we can't travel

Source Website: https://www.asiaone.com/lifestyle/new-marina-barrage-jurassic-mile-3-places-singaporeans-can-explore-soon-even-if-we-cant
By Trini Ng, trining@asiaone.com, AsiaOne, 27 August 2020 at 03:58 pm


New recreational space in Marina East at the rooftop of the Keppel Marina East Desalination Plant.
PHOTO: New recreational space in Marina East at the rooftop of the Keppel Marina East Desalination Plant.
PHOTO: Keppel
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With overseas travel restrictions in place across the world due to the coronavirus pandemic, our travel plans will just have to wait.

Unfortunately unlike other countries where citizens are still able to enjoy domestic travel to other states, we Singaporeans just don't have that option.

But don't lose hope yet, as there are upcoming recreational spaces that we can look forward to in the next one or two years.

While the pandemic may have blown over by then (fingers crossed), it helps to know that there are still new places we can explore on our little island.

Keppel Marina East

New recreational space in Marina East at the rooftop of the Keppel Marina East Desalination Plant.
PHOTO: New recreational space in Marina East at the rooftop of the Keppel Marina East Desalination Plant. Visitors can expect something similar to the green roof at Marina Barrage, where you can enjoy panoramic views and picnics while basking under the sun.
PHOTO: Keppel
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On Aug 17, the Urban Redevelopment Authority's (URA) Facebook page announced an upcoming new recreational space in Marina East, specifically on the rooftop of the Keppel Marina East Desalination Plant.

While the water treatment plant has already begun commercial operations underground, the 20,000 square metres rooftop is not available to the public yet.

As to when the space will be open, the URA noted that it will open to the public in "due time".

Visitors can expect something similar to the green roof at Marina Barrage, where you can enjoy panoramic views and picnics while basking under the sun. Unfortunately, kite-flying won't be allowed as the building is along the flight path of Paya Lebar Airbase.

Keppel Marina East will be accessible via the Eastern Coastal Park Connector Network, so we can choose to jog or cycle there from East Coast Park or Gardens by the Bay East.

Jurassic Mile

The upcoming park connector, beside Changi Airport Terminal 4's Carpark 4A, featuring many different dinosaur species that visitors will be able to see along the path.
PHOTO: The upcoming park connector, beside Changi Airport Terminal 4's Carpark 4A, featuring many different dinosaur species that visitors will be able to see along the path.
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If you are a fan of dinosaurs, you can check out the newest Park Connector in Singapore – Jurassic Mile.

Located just beside Changi Airport Terminal 4's Carpark 4A, it is said to be part of the new Changi Airport Connector.

According to blogger Kelvin Ang, the park connector serves to connect Changi Airport to East Coast Park via a pathway where people can walk or cycle on. The pathway also connects to Bedok Jetty and Marina Bay.


Located just beside Changi Airport Terminal 4's Carpark 4A, it is part of the new Changi Airport Connector which serves to connect Changi Airport to East Coast Park via a pathway where the public can walk, scoot or cycle to and fro.
PHOTO: Located just beside Changi Airport Terminal 4's Carpark 4A, it is part of the new Changi Airport Connector which serves to connect Changi Airport to East Coast Park via a pathway where the public can walk, scoot or cycle to and fro.
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Ang shared pictures of the upcoming park connector on his website, featuring many different dinosaur species that visitors will be able to see along the path.


The upcoming park connector, featuring many different dinosaur species that visitors will be able to see along the path.
PHOTO: The upcoming park connector, featuring many different dinosaur species that visitors will be able to see along the path.
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No, they don't move...
PHOTO: No, they don't move... Ankylosaurus, looking pretty realistic. There are a total of 7 different types of dinosaurs along the entire stretch, including naughty raptors.
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The last dinosaur will be towering over you as you approach the final stretch of the pathway.
PHOTO: The last dinosaur will be towering over you as you approach the final stretch of the pathway. It has a baby for company.
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You can check out his walkthrough video here:
Posted by Cheekiemonkies on 22 July 2020 at  09:20 am
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While news of the prehistoric park connector has gotten citizens excited, the latest update on July 21 on the Singapore Atrium Sale Facebook page stated that Jurassic Mile is barricaded.

AsiaOne has reached out to Changi Airport Group and they have clarified that the Changi Airport Connector is not open yet and they will be sharing more details when it is ready.

Lim Chu Kang Nature Park

Visitors can look forward to the new Lim Chu Kang Nature Park, which is a western extension to the wetland reserve.
PHOTO: Visitors can look forward to the new Lim Chu Kang Nature Park, which is a western extension to the wetland reserve. It spans 18 hectares and will serve as a green corridor linking the reserves to the mangroves.
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As part of their efforts to make Singapore a City in Nature, the National Parks Board (NParks) will set up a new Sungei Buloh Nature Park Network by 2022.

The 400-hectare network will be three times larger than the current Sungei Buloh Nature Reserve, with more than 15km of trails for visitors to explore, NParks announced on Facebook last Wednesday (Aug 19).

Visitors can look forward to the new Lim Chu Kang Nature Park, which is a western extension to the wetland reserve. It spans 18 hectares and will serve as a green corridor linking the reserves to the mangroves.

The park will also include the historical Cashin House and outdoor play spaces inspired by nature.


Artist's impression of the Cashin House Jetty.
PHOTO: Artist's impression of the Cashin House Jetty.
PHOTO: NParks
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Built by the Cashin family in the late 1910s, the Cashin House is a colonial-era bungalow located in Lim Chu Kang, reported online publication Today.

While it currently stands vacant, visitors can explore facilities such as exhibition spaces, seminar rooms and a seaview terrace once the building is restored.


What’s the scariest thing you’ve done while travelling?
PHOTO: What’s the scariest thing you’ve done while travelling?
Got whistled at. By the lifeguard. For dangerous behavior, not cuz I cute. Marina Bay Sands in Singapore is known for their beautiful rooftop infinity pool. Guests are not allowed to sit or even climb onto the edge of the pool.
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The resuscitation of King Kong at Universal Studios has been a long time in vision.
PHOTO: The resuscitation of King Kong at Universal Studios has been a long time in vision. After a massive fire wiped out much of the backlot, the embodiment has always been about bringing back the fearsome beast.
Picture saved by Mutant GM to ** Main Board - King Kong (2005)
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He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul.
He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul.
PHOTO: "He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake." (Psalm 23:2-3).

"You will go out in joy and be led forth in peace; the mountains and hills will burst into song before you, and all the trees of the field will clap their hands." (Isaiah 55:12).

"The grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of our God endures forever" (Isaiah 40:8).

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Reference
[1] Trini Ng, trining@asiaone.com, AsiaOne, New 'Marina Barrage', Jurassic Mile: 3 places Singaporeans can explore soon, even if we can't travel, posted on 27 August 2020 at 03:58 pm, https://www.asiaone.com/lifestyle/new-marina-barrage-jurassic-mile-3-places-singaporeans-can-explore-soon-even-if-we-cant


Links
Urban Redevelopment Authority's (URA) Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/URASingapore/photos/a.379211635472902/3323850801008956/?type=3&theater

website - https://www.cheekiemonkie.net/2020/07/jurassic-mile-dinosaurs-changi-airport-connector.html

Singapore Atrium Sale Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/singaporeatriumsale/photos/pcb.688579625204471/688579111871189/?type=3&theatre

NParks announced on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nparksbuzz/posts/3374681242571328?__xts__[0]=68.ARAZ-2W2BfFZx-Dh_pI8tDx5mZH31l52hinis4a01UD8mwUkwPkmCeESc2Yd3jygZZ0Hh-j_1drlLVzfO60ZVEbHOw_QWeZuDEQokTPrBcneAgvJs0pCTrX2XW_hrzN-8jvdwX7U7DwzCRFHJpDcySMdgIdzJ1lfa_Z3h5HGKRATPNXCgVu3xfTx8BYMrJOd0m7gMkiy8vIAw4J746y50BWPYbmUX0J5DhbtCNW8zEHjeRiT6YuLi5pneNtuqK2f2DMxoZDdI405-Fi73lTlM5D73Z2dYwRmOzaCM26Hg572AMHReDbbIDO8LgLDPZbCzyn6Z-6FCGgbe1QWY8x2wyXxfA&__tn__=-R

Today - https://www.todayonline.com/singapore/nparks-announces-new-400-hectare-nature-park-network-be-completed-around-sungei-buloh

Other stories - https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2020/05/other-stories.html

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