Orchard Road is located in the heart of Singapore. This boulevard has a vast history that has undergone centuries of development. This road became the most prominent street in the area. Orchard Road is known for the massive underground structures built underneath. Of which include a shopping mall and a grand pedestrian walkway. A grove of Nibong palms at the eastern entrance. These palms which are also known as mangrove palms thrive in this area. These palms give make Orchard Road aesthetically pleasing to the eye.
Orchard Road Somerset MRT Station 8 Saint Thomas Walk Condo
The Singapore Botanical Gardens can be found just west of Orchard Road. This tropical garden oasis is 158 years old and there is no admission fee. There are three main gardens that make up this attraction. The National Orchid Garden is the most famous of the three. This botanical gardens houses a tiny tropical rain forest on the grounds. This rain forest is actually older than the grounds itself. The third is the Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden. The children’s garden gives kids their own place to play. The development is near to Ion Orchard as well as Takashimaya shopping centre in Singapore. 8 Saint Thomas Bukit Sembawang is located near to Orchard MRT Station.
8 St Thomas Singapore Near Ion Orchard and Takashimaya Shopping Centre
The most well renowned shopping area in Orchard Central. This shopping center sets itself apart from the rest because of its architectural details. It has vaulted widows and state of the art lighting. This grand shopping mall has a colonial style build. Which makes it appear grandiose. Which suits the large amount of shops that are found inside. This shopping mall has over a hundred retail shops. There are also several well-known eateries inside like the Rooftop Garden.
Orchard MRT Freehold Condo 8 St Thomas Walk
While shopping visitors can follow what is known as the Art Trail. This identifies dozens of local paintings that are on display in the walkway of the shopping mall. Some of the most superb works of street art can be seen here. 8 St Thomas is near to Orchard MRT Station and Takashimaya Shopping centre and Ion Orchard is located near to the development.
The Mandarin Orchard Singapore is one of the largest hotels near Orchard Road. This luxury hotel is takes a massive two blocks of space. It stands 40 stories high and has two towers. It is one of the oldest buildings in the area. This beautiful hotel has 1051 huge rooms. All with outstanding accommodations for everyone who plans to stay. It has a revolving restaurant and lounge at the very top. This hotel is suitable for anyone who needs to stay for in Singapore for business. It has business and conference facilities that can fit over 1200 per room. In 2004 it was given the award as one of the best hotels to stay at in the world.