Things that go 'Bump' in the Night!

After a 5 hour bus journey from Melaka, I finally arrived in Singapore. It was a hard city to initially warm to, somehow it lacked the vibrant nature of Kuala Lumpur or the history of Melaka, perhaps it seemed just too regimented but eventually, I am pleased to say, that began to change. After a long walk around the city, I discovered the Singapore River in all its magnificance. The stunning architecture, riverside cafes and colonial feel from the days of Sir Thomas Stanford Raffles using Singapore as a trading post of the British Empire were quite spectacular.

Last night we had our final group meal. Many would be going home and a few others staying on. For a moment, I had reached a low point, I was on my own again. However, today, I picked myself up and at breakfast had two invitations to things with the existing group members. One of them sounds quite exciting and I shall certainly look forward to dressing up and going to the 'Raffles Hotel' and then for a meal.
One Irish couple have looked after me with the same care as they may a daughter...it has been really lovely overall.

Last night we all went to Singapore Zoo for the 'Night Safari'. It is no wonder Singapore has won the tourism awards for this popular attraction. The place was lit up by the flames of fire eaters and the sounds of the african jungle. A short train ride takes you slowly around the Zoo at night to watch the animals dimly lit in all their glory. It is a wonderful idea to do this... some of the animals behaved very differently at night and the nocturnal animals are there to see like never before(including the bats, flying above your head!)

I'm off to see the Asian Civilisation Museum near the Quayside. I like this area. As I found out yesterday, the people of Singapore love the arts and their are many places to watch theatrical or musical performances.

I have 8 lovely mosquito bites on my legs courtesy of Melaka. Being near a river probably made me the ideal dinner....very attractive indeed!