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Sentosa or Sentosa Island is one of the islands of Singapore, with a sonorous, bright and memorable name. An extremely popular place among tourists, about 5 million people come here every year to relax. The island has had a dizzying “career” - from gloomy and creepy during the Second World War to a holiday island, a fairy tale island where you don’t want to leave. There are so many attractions and entertainments here that it is impossible to see them all even in a week, but the impressions from them will last for several years to come.

The island received its current name Sentosa in 1972. Translated into Russian it means "land of tranquility."

If you decide not to stay at one of the Sentosa beach hotels, then you can easily get here from Singapore - there are many ways, everyone can choose the most suitable one for themselves:

• by taxi - no comments here, any taxi driver will take you to your destination without questions
• by train - get to HarbourFront metro station. Find Gate E to VivoCity, go to Level 3 to Sentosa Express
• by bus - Take the Sentosa Gateway and go down the left side to the Resorts World Sentosa Car Park. There you will see a tunnel to Cars/Taxis. Find the sign B1 East and then follow the signs Universal Studios at level 1
• by funicular - get to HarbourFront metro station. Find Exit B. Follow Singapore Cable Car signs. Round trip cost including Sentosa entrance tickets 29S$ adults and 18S$ children
• On foot - approximately 500 meters across the bridge from the same HarbourFront metro station

But to get the maximum impressions, it’s worth getting there by air - the Singapore cable car will help you with this. This is the most expensive method, but it is worth using at least once.

Cable car

From Singapore Island, the cable car to Sentosa is one of the most breathtaking activities and one of the attractions. The route passes at a dizzying height, from which you can see the entire region, the islands of Malaysia and Indonesia, the ocean, and amusement parks. Everything is completely convenient and completely safe, because the cable car in Singapore has comfortable cabins for 8 people that are securely closed, it is simply impossible to fall out of them. They offer a magnificent view that enchants and delights.

Total for cable car 4 stops in Singapore and the final one is The Jewel Box Station, on Mount Faber. Despite the high cost of the trip, it is used by millions of tourists, and the cable car cabins in Singapore are rarely empty. The cable car operates all year round, from 8.45 to 22:00. If you just need to move to the other side of the bay, you don’t have to go all the way, you can take the Harbor Front Station, this funicular station is located next to the metro.

Tickets cost $25 for adults and $14 for children 3-12 years old, children under 3 years old are free. This price also includes a ticket to the island.

On Friday and Saturday, there is also the opportunity to have a romantic "heavenly" dinner for two on the cable car for S$120

other methods

Monorail (Sentosa Express) - it starts at the station of the same name, next to the MRT Harbor Front metro. The monorail makes three stops in total, and the fare is the same for everyone - 3.5 Singapore dollars. It works from 7 am until midnight. This method of getting to Sentosa in Singapore is also convenient because entry to the island is included in the fare.

Pedestrian path-conveyor - an indoor self-propelled path that will take you to the island, this pleasure costs only 1 dollar

Walking across the bridge is the cheapest way, of course. In addition, there are also buses and taxis. Almost no one uses water transport; it is impractical, because Sentosa Island is located only 500 meters from Singapore.

If you decide to get to the island by car, you will have to leave it in the parking lot - only environmentally friendly vehicles drive on the island, there is a special warning about this on the amusement park website.

Well, another option for getting to Sentosa from Singapore is by swimming. But why, if there are convenient land options!

Moving around the island

The territory of Sentosa Island is very small, only 3 km of the embankment, but buses and other transport run along it. Those who do not like walking can take advantage of it. Within the island, all transport is free, this also applies to the monorail, but only within the island.

At the same time, walking will save a lot of time, and walking around the island of entertainment is a pleasure - there are a lot of beautiful fountains, exotic trees, shady paths, unusual sculptures and many, many attractions. You can just walk around the island in one day, but in order to see everything, it will take much more time, because it is very interesting and full of life and attractions.

The island has many different cafes, restaurants and fast foods, for every taste and every budget. Here you can also enjoy the juice of a unique fruit - durian.

Here you can arrange for yourself a relatively cheap holiday, because Sentosa Island does not hide its attractions, and access to most of them is completely free or low-cost.

Map of Sentosa and all attractions

Check out the map of Sentosa and attractions when planning your island getaway (full map will open in a new window)

Sentosa attractions and entertainment

When you arrive on Sentosa Island in Singapore, your eyes immediately widen and you want to see everything at once. Therefore, the question of what to see in Sentosa becomes very important.

Universal Studio Amusement Park

Attractions - Asia's largest amusement park, Universal Studio, Singapore guarantees a great experience. The whole of it is divided into thematic zones - here there is Shrek's castle, Madagascar, Space Town, and many other places. The extreme double roller coaster is especially popular among visitors; you can also arrange rafting on a man-made river. There are other attractions that require a certain amount of courage.

Tiger Sky Tower and Observation Deck

The Tiger Sky Tower at Sentosa is Singapore's tallest observation tower, reaching 131 meters in height, which is roughly the height of a 50-storey building. To get to the top, you need to make a trip. Visitors enter a cabin that slowly moves upward. The ride is accompanied by a commentary recounting the brief but interesting history of Sentosa Island and highlighting famous Singapore landmarks along the way. The view from above is simply breathtaking! To the north there is a panoramic view of Singapore, and to the south you can see the sea and nearby Indonesian islands in the distance. Ticket price for adults is S$15. For children the trip will be a little cheaper.

The observation deck from which you can see the entire Sentosa Park of Singapore is located on the head of a copy of the giant symbol of Singapore - the statue of the mythical creature Merlion. At Sentosa it is much larger and costs S$12 to enter.

Underwater World Aquarium

The Oceanarium in Singapore is located on Sentosa Island. Is part of the largest resort Resort World Sentosa. And you can get to it by the Sentosa Cable Car or another convenient way.
This attraction includes two recreational areas: the Underwater World Aquarium itself and the Adventure Cove Waterpark.

Adventure Cove Waterpark

There is also an attraction for fans of extreme sports - a descent from a long and tall mountain on a special sled. You can go to the local Adventure Cove Waterpark, the only one in the world where you can swim with pink dolphins.

Port of the Lost Wonder - Port of the Lost Wonder

“Port of the Lost Miracle” is an ideal place for families with small children. This Sentosa Island attraction is located right on the beach, with plenty of playgrounds, themed slides, spiderwebs and monkey bars, as well as plenty of restaurants and retail outlets to keep parents busy. “Port of the Lost Miracle” organizes entertaining and educational games and activities throughout the day, and on weekends organizes a must-see “Soap Bubbles Festival”. The territory of the complex is also strewn with historical monuments and artifacts that reference Singapore's fascinating history. The Port of the Lost Wonder is easy to find, located near (not inside) the huge Resorts World Sentosa complex.

Sentosa Nature Discovery is another great destination on Sentosa Island that will appeal to both nature lovers and families with young children.

The tour begins on an educational note, taking visitors through several interesting galleries and interactive exhibits. This is all a condition for entering the jungle. The idea is to equip you with some skills and the right information so that you can spot some of the wildlife's features for yourself.

The Jungle Road takes you through eight different habitats, each filled with a variety of plants, trees and wildlife, including many birds, insects and - if you're lucky - the odd reptile. Sentosa Nature Discovery Park is located next to the Butterfly Park and Insect Kingdom. And one more thing: admission is free for everyone!

Sentosa beaches

Not only can you have fun on the island, but you can also simply soak up the sun on the luxurious beaches. The problem of the rainy season is not even a problem here. The beaches are equipped with covered pavilions that will hide you from bad weather. Well-trained rescuers monitor safety, their work is reliably organized, and if health fails, doctors will come to the rescue. Entrance to all beaches is free, you can stay on them for as long as you like.

Entrance fees to Sentosa

• Universal Studio - adults S$74, children S$56
• Oceanarium - adults S$34, children S$24
• Waterpark - adults S$36.00, children S$28.00
• Adventure Park - depending on package chosen from S$45.00 to S$90.00
• Sentosa 4D Adventureland for one day - adults S$35.00, children S$24.20
• Butterfly Park - adults S$16.00, children S$10.00
• K-Live Sentosa - adults S$29.00, children S$16.00

Dolphin shows, bird shows are included in the price of entrance tickets to the island

Sentosa FUN Pass package prices

A day ticket costs S$81.90 for adults, S$71.90 for children and includes:

• Bi-Pedal Bicycle (2 Hours)
• MOSH!
• S.E.A. Aquarium
• Segway Fun Ride (2 Rides)
• Sentosa Merlion
• The Flying Trapeze
• Tiger Sky Tower
• Trick Eye Museum Singapore
• Wings of Time (Standard Seat)
• Images of Singapore LIVE*
• Madame Tussauds Singapore*

A 2-day ticket costs S$141.90 for adults, S$101.90 for children and includes: 1 day at Universal Studios and

• 4D AdventureLand: Desperados in 4D
• 4D AdventureLand: Extreme Log Ride
• 4D AdventureLand: Journey 2: The Mysterious Island
• Bi-Pedal Bicycle (2 Hours)
• Butterfly Park & ​​Insect Kingdom
• Fort Siloso Combat Skirmish: Indoor Maze
• Megabounce or Parajump @ Mega Adventure
• MOSH!
• S.E.A. Aquarium
• Segway Fun Ride (2 Rides)
• Sentosa Merlion
• Skyline Luge Sentosa (1 Luge & 1 Skyride)
• Singapore Cable Car – Sentosa Line or K-Live Sentosa (Hologram)
• The Flying Trapeze
• Tiger Sky Tower
• Trick Eye Museum Singapore
• Wave House Sentosa – Catch-A-Wave (1 Try)
• Wings of Time (Standard Seat)
• Images of Singapore LIVE*
• Madame Tussauds Singapore*

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This amazing piece of blessed land among the ocean waves was not always a “world of tranquility” (as it sounds in translation from Malay “sentosa”). The island received this name only in 1972, and before that it was called Pulau Belakang Mati, which literally meant “land after death.” Such a gloomy name was given to the island, according to some, because for a long time sea pirates buried the people they killed on it; according to others, here in the 19th century half of its population became victims of a terrible epidemic. Now, looking at the fountain gushing modern life an island filled with a sea of ​​electric advertising lights, stunning skyscrapers and other fantastic structures, it’s hard to believe. The island today is a joyful, serene, uniquely beautiful stay for thousands of tourists from all over the world.

Modern tropical paradise

If you paraphrase the words of the famous song about the island of bad luck from Gaidaev’s brilliant comedy “The Diamond Arm,” then you can sing about Sentosa: “There is an island of entertainment in the ocean,” and this will be fair. Its entire territory is a grandiose amusement park - an analogue of European Disneylands. Even the path to it is a kind of entertainment: from the center of Singapore you can get here by high cable car, which offers a delightful panorama of the picturesque harbor surrounded by skyscrapers amazing architecture and other outlandish buildings. A variety of sea vessels decorate the water surface with a colorful kaleidoscope, across which runs the colorful ribbon of the bridge connecting the island with the capital. Just along it you can arrive in any type ground transport: by car, bus or on foot, enjoying the surrounding ocean views and the splendor of the openwork fencing of the bridge.

Even the arch through which you enter the “paradise” of Sentosa brings delight: a sea of ​​fresh flowers on both sides, garlands of lanterns, slender columns with beautiful turrets at the top - everything sets you up for positive emotions.

What to see

Anyone who wants to get to know all the local attractions in detail is better off walking along the paths and alleys among exotic palm trees, beautiful flower beds and lawns.

Merlion Tower

From a distance you can see the 37-meter Merlion Tower - a statue of a mythical creature with a lion's head and a mermaid's tail. Such an unusual combination symbolizes the power, fearlessness of the king of animals and the eternal connection of Singapore with the sea element. For a nominal fee, everyone is allowed to climb up to the observation deck and take pictures.

For Singaporeans, the Merlion is a shrine that they reverently worship: there is a legend that ancient Singapore was guarded by such a monster, which burned the eyes of any enemies approaching the island with fire. The Fountain Garden leads to the statue, embodying another legend about the Merlion, who saved the inhabitants from flooding. Inside the extraordinary tower there are aquariums with exotic fish of extraordinary beauty.

The scale of the looting of chests filled with pirate treasures amazes the imagination.

Butterfly Park, Pitz Museum

The Butterfly Park is an amazing spectacle of thousands of living jewels - tropical butterflies of bright colors. There is no limit to children's delight when they are allowed to hold newly born babies. The Butterfly Museum is full of flickering beauty.

The Bird Museum attracts with a huge variety of feathered inhabitants, many of which can be seen here for the first time. Among the luxurious greenery of the garden, a “pink cloud” of long-legged flamingos suddenly appears; Incredibly colored giant parrots and many other exotic birds flit among the foliage.

Wax Museum and Orchid Garden

The wax museum, opened here in 2014, occupies 8 thematic halls. The beautifully executed wax sculptures are completely consistent with their originals, subtly conveying their characteristic poses, gestures, and habits. Here are copies of all world celebrities in the fields of politics, art, cinema, literature, business, and sports. A visit to a museum is associated with live communication with these people.

A visit to an island of extraordinary beauty – the Orchid Garden, which contains a picturesque collection of decorative flowers from all over the world – leaves a wonderful impression. You can endlessly admire the rainbow colors and forms of amazing creatures of nature, pleasing to the eye.

Oceanarium "Underwater World"

The voluminous oceanarium “Underwater World” is a fascinating journey through the colorful world of the ocean, which is home to almost 350 species of marine animals and fish that live naturally under water. To create this environment, an underwater tunnel was dug, fenced with transparent walls, where 6,000 representatives of deep-sea creatures frolic in the clear waters. At the top of the atrium are pools for turtles and other amphibians.

How much joy and delight visitors to the Dolphin Lagoon experience when they meet its amazing pink inhabitants demonstrating their extraordinary abilities!

The entire Sentosa Island is a real tropical paradise, embodying the wonders of nature and fantastic creations of human hands!

Sentosa Island is a place that all tourists and residents of the country strive to visit. It occupies only five square kilometers, but the concentration of entertainment in this area for every taste is simply amazing.

This is an island resort, famous for its many hotels by the sea with their swimming pools and beaches, where noisy parties and dance and sports performances and competitions are held. And for romantics who go to escape the hustle and bustle, a secluded beach 2 kilometers long is more suitable.

There are amusement parks on the island, the most famous of which is Universal Studios Singapore, as well as zoos, leisure centers and much, much more. For those who do not want to leave here or who have simply chosen Sentosa Island for a holiday, there are eight resort hotels and five hotels of the Resorts World Sentosa chain open on the island.

Sights of Sentosa Island

Fort Siloso

The Siloso Coastal Fort is a witness to one of the most important chapters in the history of the state of Singapore. This is the only part of the fortifications that were built by the British on Sentosa Island in the 19th century that have survived to this day. Later they were useful during the Second World War, but today they house a museum. At Fort Siloso you can see original cannons and rifles from the war, learn about the history of battles in Singapore, and wander through old bunkers and tunnels.

Opening hours: daily 10:00-18:00

Price: adults - $10, children (3-12 years old) and seniors (60 years old and older) - $9

Butterfly and Insect Park

Surrounded by beautiful tropical nature and landscaped gardens, there is a Butterfly and Insect Park, where about 15,000 butterflies flutter! There are more than 50 species, and the wings of some of them can reach 15 cm. There is also a pavilion with 3,000 species of rare insects that can no longer be seen in any zoo in the world.

Opening hours: daily 09:30-19:00

Price: adults - 16 $, children (3-12 years old) - 10 $

Merlion

Merlion is a 37-meter tall statue of a mythical creature guarding Sentosa Island. It is half lion and half fish, towering over the beach. Inside the sculpture there are two viewing platforms and a souvenir shop. Directly from the lion's mouth there is a unique view of Sentosa and the sea.

Opening hours: daily 10:00-20:00

Price: adults - $12, children (3-12 years old) and pensioners (over 60 years old) - $9

Entertainment in Sentosa Island

Cable car

Anyone who chose to travel to Sentosa Island this way was rewarded with a breathtaking view from the cable car. Small cabins offer panoramic views of the city, Sentosa Island and the port and sea. The view is panoramic, as the trailers are glazed 360 degrees.

Getting to the Cable Car station on Singapore Island is not difficult. It is located at the exit of Harbourfront tube station. There are many signs there that you should follow.

Opening hours: daily 08:45 - 22:00

Price: adults - 26 $, children - 15 $

Universal Studios Park

Beautiful Singapore, built in the likeness of Disneyland. The park is dedicated to cartoons and films of the Hollywood studio Universal: “Transformers”, “Madagascar”, “Jurassic Park”, “Sesame Street” and others. There is everything for yourself here unforgettable holiday with children: rides, roller coasters, performances and costume shows with their favorite characters.

Opening hours: daily 10:00 - 19:00

Price: Adults - $74, children (4-12 years old) - $54, seniors (over 60 years old) - $36 for a 1-day ticket

Mega Zip Amusement Park

An amusement park in Sentosa where visitors can climb trees, zip lines, zip-line down to the beach and try their hand at rock climbing. One of the best places in the country for active recreation.

Opening hours: daily 11:00 - 19:00

Price: Mega Zip - $38, Climb Max - $38, Para Jump - $18, North Face - $18

Undersea world

The underwater world is an oceanarium and a dolphinarium in one. An 83-meter tunnel directly under the sea allows you to study and see all the underwater inhabitants. And in the pools above, dolphins and charming fur seals give performances. And you can even swim with dolphins, although for a separate price. Additionally, for the bravest, there is an offer - diving with sharks. This is where you need to look for adrenaline!

Opening hours: daily 10:00-19:00

Price: adults - $29.90, children (3-12 years old) - $20.60

Skyline Luge Sled Track

Sliding down the hill to the beach on a fancy sleigh, admiring the beautiful views of Sentosa Island and the harbor is an experience that will last a lifetime. Moreover, you shouldn’t think about snow, since we’re talking about sleighs. All routes, and there are three of them, have a special coating on which the sled glides without difficulty. The trails are open even after dark so visitors can enjoy the lights of Sentosa at night.

Opening hours: daily 10:00-21:30

Price: $13 for one descent, there are many promotions and discounts for group visits and multiple descents.

How to get to Sentosa Island

There are four different ways to get to Sentosa Island from Singapore Island.

The first is the method already described above, the most expensive of all, namely the Cable Car.

The second and cheapest way is on foot. Moreover, it is not long at all, from the island to Singapore it is only about five hundred meters. However, visitors are still charged $1 for entering the island.

The pedestrian road runs parallel to the road bridge, along which you can get to Sentosa by bus or car. Bus route numbers going to the island are No. 65, 80, 93, 188, 855, 10, 30, 97, 100, 131, 143, 145, 166.

And the last way is the monorail. Sentosa Express will take everyone to the island from Vivo City Shopping Center on Singapore's waterfront. The first carriages begin to run along their route as early as 7 am, and the cost of the trip is $4 per person.

Sentosa is the most important place where all visitors to Singapore want to go. This small island in the past served as a military base, but since the 70s of the last century it has become the main entertainment area not only of Singapore, but throughout Southeast Asia. It was here that the country's government realized its ability to exceed all expectations, the result of which was this ultra-modern complex of attractions and entertainment.

Sentosa is located very close to Singapore itself and is connected to it by monorail and cable cars, as well as a pedestrian bridge and ferry service. Its name translated from Malay means "calm", which is a tribute to new trends that have made it possible to turn it into a thriving resort. In general, it is only 5 square kilometers, on which there are various parks, luxury hotels, luxurious restaurants, sandy beaches and world-class attractions, including the famous park Universal Studio.

In recent decades, the island has gained truly worldwide fame and unprecedented popularity. This is facilitated not only by amusement parks and exclusive hotels, but also by outstanding events, a very rich nightlife and many historical attractions. Thus, today Sentosa is a kind of Asian Disneyland, which is visited by a huge flow of tourists - both adults and children.

Climate and weather

Sentosa has a humid and hot equatorial climate with no distinct seasons. For this reason, the average temperature here in January is only a couple of degrees lower than the average temperature in June. On average, the thermometer stays within the range all year round. +28...+31 °C.

Precipitation on the island occurs quite frequently and mainly consists of short showers. Thanks to this, scorching heat is relatively rare here, and sudden cold snaps do not occur at all.

Nature

Sentosa is a small island that lies just 500 km from Singapore. It is currently considered the southernmost point in all of Asia. The size of Sentosa is quite small - about 5 km 2, but it has an excellent coexistence of not only modern buildings and amusement parks, but also beautiful beaches (3.2 km), green oases and corners of wild nature, for example, a tropical Mesozoic forest Nature Walk & Dragon Trail.

Attractions

Sentosa is a real evergreen park, which is so replete with interesting attractions that it is difficult to even list them. Among them, the most significant is the 37-meter statue of a mythical lion with a fish tail called Merlion, which is the symbol of the country.

At night, the eyes of the statue and the road to it ( "Merlion Trail") glow with laser beams, creating a simply fantastic look. Inside the statue there is an elevator that takes visitors to the observation deck. However, the highest observation deck Sentosa recognized tower Tiger Sky Tower, offering breathtaking views of the sea, city and islands.

Another important attraction of Sentosa is the only remaining British fort here. Silo, which preserves the memory of World War II and the times when the island was a military base. Another notable place is the prison. Changi. There are no prisoners there, but there is a chapel and a museum of drawings by former prisoners, and barracks are also open Solerang with wall paintings of prison inmates.

Very interesting famous Butterfly Park, in which you can see a great variety of tropical butterflies and other insects, as well as "Dollhouse", where pupae turn into butterflies right before the eyes of visitors. Among other attractions of Sentosa, it is necessary to highlight the beautiful Chinese Garden, which completely repeats the layout of the Beijing Garden of the Summer Palace, the Asian Village, offering reconstruction of Asian villages, and a beautiful music and laser show "Singing Fountains".

There are also several very remarkable museums in Sentosa that are definitely recommended to be visited. First of all this Maritime Museum, Stone Museum And The Wax Museum.

Nutrition

Sentosa has many restaurants, cafes and bars to suit every taste. Moreover, a mixture of several national traditions makes Singaporean cuisine incredibly original and varied. It is generally based on Chinese, Indian, Malay and Peranakan recipes. Thus, Singaporeans borrowed Hainanese chicken, Peking duck, fresh crabs in chili sauce, and dumplings from Chinese cuisine. Dim sum and Kaya sweet coconut jam. Also incredibly popular here are Chinese noodles with various fillings and a dish Wanton Mee, which is a mixture of fried noodles, fried pork and Chinese dumplings.

Indian cuisine is no less interesting: seafood, fiery curry, thin flatbreads with various fillings and much more. Two Indian dishes worth highlighting are fish head in hot curry sauce and chicken marinated in yogurt.

If we talk about Malay cuisine, then its peculiarity is the abundance of spices and sauces. The most interesting dishes here are kebabs on bamboo sticks, rice with fried pieces of fish and meat stewed in coconut milk. It's also worth trying the cold dessert Ice kachang, which consists of a mound of crushed sweet ice topped with chocolate or condensed milk.

Well, Peranakan cuisine is a mixture of all the above cuisines plus aromatic spices and herbs. Main Peranakan dishes include Ayam Buah Keluak(chicken pieces with nuts), Char Kway Teow(rice noodles with various additives) and Otak otak(fish wrapped in banana leaves).

The most common drinks served in all establishments are green tea and coffee, as well as Teh tarik(tea with cloves and milk), Teh halia tarik(tea with ginger and milk), beer Tiger Beer and a variety of gin-based cocktails, e.g. "Singapore Sling".

Accommodation

The main advantage of hotels on Sentosa Island is the high level of comfort and service, as well as accessibility to all local entertainment and attractions. Most of the establishments are magnificent 4 and 5* hotels. The first of these include hotels such as Siloso Beach Resort Sentosa(from $135) or A Beaufort Hotel(from $233), and for the second - Resorts World Sentosa Beach Villas(from $980), Capella Singapore(from $436), Amara Sanctuary(from $185), etc. Such hotels are located very close to beaches, shopping centers, restaurants and entertainment venues. In addition, they have their own entertainment infrastructure (bars, tennis courts, swimming pools, dance floors, etc.). Well, the rooms of such hotels are simply created ideal conditions for living and recreation.

In addition to exclusive hotels on Sentosa Island, there are more economical options, for example, 3* hotels ( Crockfords Tower or One15 Marina Club).

Entertainment and relaxation

Sentosa, which is an entire island of entertainment, is the real pride of Singapore. Every year it is visited by more than 5 million tourists who want to enjoy its unforgettable attractions and wonderful beach holidays.

The island has three excellent white sand beaches where you can sunbathe and practice any water sport. Beach Palawan ideal for families with children, beach Silo will appeal to lovers of active recreation and open-air parties, and the beach Tanjong- for romantics.

However, it is not the beaches that are the most popular place on the island, but all its attractions and entertainment shows, which are impossible to even list. Among them, first of all, it is necessary to highlight the huge tropical oceanarium "Underwater Kingdom", Flower Terrace and Spice Garden, Orchid Garden, open park for mini golf and the Butterfly and Insect Park. Gardens are also especially popular Howe Par Villa Tiger Balm with statues of heroes of Chinese mythology and the Dolphin Lagoon. In addition, guests of the island will enjoy a show of parrots, squirrels, peacocks and monkeys, a light show of Musical Fountains, luxurious spa centers, a cinema Sentosa 4D Magix and park "Vulcanoland".

There is also a casino in Sentosa Casino at Resorts World Sentosa, which has become one of the most expensive in the world. But the most interesting place in Sentosa is the grand amusement park Universal Studios Singapore, which offers many attractions dedicated to Hollywood films and cartoons (Madagascar, Shrek's Kingdom, lost World and etc.).

A simple walk around the island, especially along the street, will provide an unforgettable experience. Festive Walk, which never sleeps and is simply replete with bright shop windows, restaurants and music and light shows ( Lake of Dreams, Crane Dance and etc.). In addition, Sentosa constantly hosts all kinds of festivals and events, for example, Sentosa Sandsation(sand figure festival) or dance festival Zouk Out.

Purchases

Of course, Sentosa cannot boast of such an abundance of shopping centers as the street Orchard Road in Singapore itself, but there are also exclusive boutiques and luxury department stores, as well as colorful souvenir shops with unique handmade goods. In general, the choice of goods here is very wide and varied: electronic devices, household appliances, watches, jewelry, fashionable clothes and much more. In addition, tourists here pay attention to elite cosmetics and perfumes, healing teas and herbs, spices, "Tiger Balm", silk, watercolor paintings on silk, fans and famous orchids in gold.

It is worth noting that in Singapore, most products are sold with an added tax (3%). However, for purchases over S$300 (about $360), this tax is refunded. Such stores can be identified by a sign Tax Free Shopping. It is she who indicates that this store participates in the return system, according to which tax fees will be returned to you at the airport.

Another local shopping highlight is the annual Great Singapore Sale, which lasts a full eight weeks (May to July). At this time, most shopping centers and stores offer huge discounts (up to 80%) and special promotions. Moreover, such famous brands as Sony, Apple, Gucci, Chanel and many others.

Transport

It’s worth saying right away that visiting Sentosa is paid. Payment is charged directly for the type of transport used to enter it. Only hotel guests on the island are exempt from visiting fees (upon confirmation of booking). The most interesting type of transport by which you can get to the island is an amusement train. Sentosa Express, which departs from the station Sentosa Station(on the 3rd level of the shopping center VivoCity). The cost of a ticket for such a train is $3.5 (including the fee for visiting the island).

No less impressive is the Singapore cable car with transparent cabins, which literally takes you to the island across the sky. A one-way ticket costs $29, and a round trip ticket costs $31.

You can also get to Sentosa on foot - via a walking bridge Sentosa Boardwalk. In this case, the entrance fee to the island is $1.2.

The island itself is quite small, but it has its own transport: a beach tram ( Beach Tram) and buses. Moreover, all types of public transport are free here.

Connection

Sentosa has telephone connections with almost all countries of the world. It is best to make international calls from the ubiquitous coin-operated pay phones (old-style machines) and calling cards (sold everywhere).

Mobile communication works as standard 3G And GSM 900/1800. It is provided by three Singaporean operators: M1, StarHub and SingTel. Roaming is available to all subscribers of major Russian operators, but it is much more profitable to purchase a local SIM card, for which you will need to present your foreign passport.

To access the Internet, you can use the services of one of the Internet cafes. Although at the moment everyone shopping centers, restaurants, clubs, and government agencies provide free wireless access. To connect to the network, you will need to register through one of the Singapore providers.

Safety

Sentosa Island, like Singapore itself, is recognized as one of the safest places in the world. Delinquency and crime are practically absent here, and the police are on duty even in the most sparsely populated areas. Of course, petty theft and fraud sometimes happen here, but if you adhere to the simplest security standards, you simply cannot expect trouble.

This low crime rate is explained by Singapore's harsh laws, which, by the way, also apply to tourists. Thus, smoking in public places, throwing a cigarette butt or garbage on the street, using foul language or uttering a threat against an interlocutor are fraught with punishment in the form of a very impressive fine. In order to keep the streets clean, chewing gum is generally prohibited here. Of course, in most cases foreigners are treated leniently here, but any repeated offense may result in a large fine.

Business climate

Singapore is one of the main centers of investment, financial and commercial activity in the region, and here all local and foreign companies have completely equal rights. Of course, Sentosa is considered more of a place for entertainment than for business activity, but at the same time it is fertile ground for investment. The active attraction of foreign investment here is facilitated by significant tax incentives, the lack of control over foreign exchange transactions, the ease of registering new company entities and highly qualified labor resources.

Real estate

Real estate on Sentosa Island is one of the most sought after in Singapore: it is bought for residence, business and investment purposes. Therefore, it is not surprising that it is very popular among foreigners. Moreover, thanks to demand, which significantly exceeds supply, prices are constantly rising here. At the same time, the population of the island is steadily growing, and there are not enough land plots for development, which also provokes high prices for most properties. On average, the cost of housing depends on its location and ranges from $10,000 to $50,000 per 1 m2. Moreover, if in Singapore the purchase of land plots by foreigners is prohibited, then in Sentosa this ban has been lifted.

During meals, it is necessary to remember that it is customary to eat Malay and Indian food only with the right hand. It is also worth keeping in mind that chopsticks cannot be left in a plate with food - they must be placed on a special stand or on a table near the plate. In addition, it is useful to know that if the Chinese table setting includes two spoons at once, you should only eat with a porcelain one, and it is customary to use a silver one only to serve yourself food.

Sentosa(Sentosa) is an island located in the southern part of Singapore and part of the Southern Islands group. This place is considered the main entertainment platform of the country, as the island is home to numerous attractions, parks with exciting rides, sandy beaches with all the infrastructure, luxury hotels, spa areas, sports grounds, yacht marinas, as well as a comprehensive integrated resort with a casino.

Location address: 39 Artillery Avenue, Sentosa Island, Singapore 099958 ()
Geographical coordinates: 1°14′53″ n. latitude, 103°49′48″ e. d.
Web site: www.sentosa.com.sg

The island's original name was Pulau Belakang Mati, which literally translates to "island of the dead" or "island of death" in Malay. This ominous name was associated with legends of piracy and bloodshed that flourished on this island in the past. But in 1972, when a long-term development plan for the island territory was adopted, the Singapore Tourism Board announced a competition and gave the island a new name - Sentosa, which translates from Malay as “peace and tranquility”. And among Singaporeans themselves, a common joke today is that SENTOSA stands for So Expensive and Nothing to See Also- “so expensive, but there’s nothing to see.”

Sentosa Island has an area of ​​almost 5 km² and is located half a kilometer off the southern coast of the main island of Singapore. It is the fourth largest island in the country (not counting the main island). 70% of the island's territory is covered with secondary tropical forest, a habitat for monitor lizards, monkeys, peacocks, parrots, as well as other representatives of the local fauna. And all construction of numerous structures on the island is always carried out with minimal impact on the environment, so as not to change the ecology and landscape of this place.

The current Sentosa Island is best place in Singapore to experience bright and thrilling sensations or, conversely, to relax and unwind as much as possible. For this, there is everything you need - fresh sea air, lush tropical vegetation, excellent resort infrastructure, as well as a large number of attractions and entertainment. Whether you are a nature lover, a history buff or an adventure seeker, you are sure to satisfy your passion on this island.

Sentosa Island on the map

The entire island is divided into several zones, each of which has its own set of interesting attractions. This is the west - Siloso Point, the center - Imbiah Lookout, the beach area in the southwest and in the northern part of the island. The eastern part of Sentosa is occupied by huge golf courses, and on the south-eastern coast of the island, in the Sentosa Cove area, yacht marinas and luxury residences have been built.

The island's strategic location has made it ideal place to build a British military base during the colonial period, since then the British fort of Siloso has remained here, now serving historical museum. All bunkers, warehouses, tunnels and ammunition storage areas of the fort are open to tourists, and here you can see military weapons and dummies of British soldiers and officers on duty. Near the fort there are laser paintball Combat Skirmish and the Dolphin Lagoon dolphinarium.

In the Imbiah Lookout area, where the cable car terminus is located, which by the way has an excellent viewing platform, there are attractions such as Madame Tussauds Singapore (Madame Tussauds Wax Doll Museum), Sentosa Nature Discovery Botanical Garden, as well as attractions MegaZip Adventure Park, Sentosa 4D AdventureLand, Skyline Luge Sentosa and .

Gourmets on Sentosa Island will be interested in all the world's cuisines, from street food to Michelin-starred restaurants. And lovers of relaxation will definitely be attracted by the local luxurious spa centers. In addition, if you are interested in a truly secluded holiday, you can go on an excursion to Southern Islands, where there are only palm trees, golden sand and azure sea.

For ease of orientation on the island and quick search interesting places You can use a special map on which all the attractions, attractions, shops, restaurants and transport routes are marked.

You can download or enlarge the map of the island by clicking on the image

Transport connections to Sentosa Island

Getting to Sentosa Island is very easy and can be done in several ways - by bus or car over the bridge, on the Sentosa Express monorail or using.

It should be remembered that visiting the island is paid - the fare is charged for the specific type of transport that you decide to use. To enter the island by car, a fee ranges from 2 to 6 Singapore dollars, depending on the time and day of the week. And if you are traveling by monorail or cable car, the entry fee is already included in the ticket price. You can also walk to the island along the Sentosa Boardwalk - walking entrance to the island costs 1 Singapore dollar, and payment is accepted.

An exception is made only for those tourists who have booked - they are allowed free entry by road upon presentation of a reservation, and at the hotel they are given free tickets for the Sentosa Express.

On Sentosa Island itself, you can use the Sentosa Beach Tram or a network of three Sentosa Bus routes to move around its territory. All types of public transport on the island are free.