Love & Romance Hotspots in Singapore [part I]


Anderson Bridge
Opened since 1910, Anderson Bridge was to replace the congested Cavenagh Bridge as it was unable to cope with the increasing traffic.
Lovers love to gaze at the moon or look at their reflections on the waters. The places along the river always had been popular dating spots. In the olden days, when lovers got tired, they sat on beaches and ate hawker food sold along the Singapore.
Surprisingly, on 'Chap Goh Mei', last day of Chinese New Year also represents the Chinese Valentine's Day. In the olden days, singles also get together to celebrate at this bridge. The ladies would the throw into the river, some oranges and likewise, the men threw in some apples. All in search of a good partner. This tradition is still thriving in some parts of Malaysia, and they are attaching along their names and mobile numbers to these oranges.
However, with Singapore's ever changing development in the Marina Esplanade area, the metal bridge still looks at its age. On the downside, I don't think flinging fruits down in the river now is permitted. Still, the bridge attracts couples to the Singapore River these days.


Esplanade
Opened since 5 July 2005, Esplanade is Singapore's most exciting performance. Located at the waterfront, Esplanade is known for its dome shaped roofs, where from afar they could look like a durian, or a bug's eyes.
Esplanade houses a 1600 seat concert hall, a 2000 seat theatre, theatre and studios, outdoor theatre, with their dining services. Over here, apart from theatres and studios, a small mall, a bunch of cosmopolitan food outlets and the library@Esplanade
.
Well, back in the olden days, Esplanade is a recreational area especially with the upper class community. Back in the late 1800s, these people were having tea at their homes about 4 in the evening before leaving home between 5pm and as sunset to the Singapore River with their carriages. This is the time that they gather together, where the men and women would talk and chatter over news and issues of any interest. Here,
love and romance
blooms as young girls flirtatiously gossip with the men, as they chew the fat.
In 1953, couples frequently sauntered along Queen Elizabeth Walk, a boulevard commemorating the ceremony of the queen's monarch. The famous Satay Club was here, where most could be seen having their supper.
With the new Theatres on the Bay, Esplanade, couples could enjoy the scenic view of the horizon. One could enjoy a myriad of international and local performances for entertainment, outdoors and indoors.
Arts House, Trendiest Restaurants
This is where Singapore's only the latest arts and heritage scene showcasing many of the artist and their works. With various programmes and events held here, these will keep you amuse with the arts and lifestyle.
Arts House also houses three trendiest restaurants. The 1827 Thai Restaurant, serving mostly Thai food from the sweetest deserts to appetizers and delicious meals. For a casual dining, lounge at café Earshot, as they offer light meals snacks and drinks with screenings of pre and post performances at this Arts House. But for intimate gathering and parties, Viet Lang is the most ideal with its warm ambience. Offering mostly, Vietnamese cuisine, ranging from the exotic seafood dishes to the plain daily home cooked dishes with reasonable prices.
Wanna make an outstanding plus artistic statement for your wedding? Once the solemnization is over, newly weds are bounced to dance away to the sounds of tango, slasa or even modern jazz, or for the really romantics, acoustically piano recitals or the chamber music. It is the trend for a video featuring the newly weds themselves showing the audiences how their power of love and romance blooms.
Restaurant 1827 Thai
1, Old Parliament Lane #01-02,
The Old Parliament House Singapore 179429
Tel: 6337 1871 Fax: 6337 1872
Opening hours: Monday till Sunday
Lunch 11.30am - 3pm
Dinner 6pm - 11 pm
(Fri, Sat & Eve of Public Holiday) Till Late
Cable Car
You are above 70 metres above sea level. And yet you could dine in the cable car with your loved ones. This Valentine would be extremely different, and especially fun.
Extended from Mount Faber to the sunny island of Sentosa, I suggest you could propose it to her, with booking of 5 cabins, you could propose 'Will you marry me? ' Cut out cardboards boldly projecting from the 5 cabins and amaze her heart as soon as she sees it.
However, dinner menus can have a dear starting price of S$88 to over S$160 just for only 2 adults. For kids who are below 12 years old, children menu are available at S$20. Here, you are served with delicious dishes prepared by a team of highly skilled chefs who are known for their western and continental cooking and they would be able to meet up with the needs of their customers. You could even order vegetarian meals for yourself!
Sky dining will be available only from 6.30pm till 8.30pm from Monday to Sunday. You will need to book one day to advance booking for weekday dining session and a two day advance booking for weekend packages.
Sky Dining EnquiriesTel: (+65) 6377 9688
City Hall, A Favourite Photo Location
The elegant City Hall which sits adjacently to the Supreme Court is distinguished known for its Corinthian pillars and the huge flights of steps beneath. A building with great memories.
City Hall
has witnessed many great history events such as the Surrender of Japan to the British and Senior Minister Lee Kuan Yew's declaration of Singapore's Independence in 1965. Constructed in 1939, it is now host to the President, the Prime Minister, Cabinet Ministers and Members of Parliament during the annual National Day Parade.
A classic design with spacious interiors featuring murals by Italian artist, Cavalieri Rodolfo Nolli, City Hall
building makes it one of the finest buildings ever built during the British Rule of Singapore.
A favourite photo location, to remind ourselves of our colonial past.
Fort Canning Hill, A favourite Love Haunt Spot
Fort Canning has a long history that goes as far as the 14th century when it was still during the reign of the Malay Kingdom, Temasek.
Also known to the Malays as Bukit Larangan, or Forbidden Hill, this represents the presence of Malay royalty in the olden days. Fort Canning is now a unique city park with countless performances.
Day by day, with young couples exchanging vows at the
Registry of Marriages (ROM). Fort Canning Hill has recreational gardens, filled with the sweet scent of lemongrass, cloves, pandan plants and the 'tongkat ali' plants with couples posing for pictures with scenic views of the town. This is a favourite love haunt even with tombs as these used to also be a Christian cemetery.
Want to share a private moment with your love? You can find the most private seats at the summit of the
Fort Canning Hill, and you will certainly find yourselves stargazing.