Away from the city -- The forgotten Singapore islands to visit

Pulau Satumu 


One of the towering feature that is visible from a distance is the Raffles Lighthouse in shining white. The light house has been operating since 1855 to warn incoming ships at night when they are reaching the shore or shallow waters.


Coney Island 



The island is scheduled to be launched as part of the new Watertown Punggol that is located next to to Punggol Waterway. It is a popular picnic ground for the locals and also allows visitors to explore the island on a bike.

Pulau Ubin



The most popular offshore island in Singapore after Sentosa, Pulau Ubin is a small island brimming with rich history.  Relieve the rural flora and fauna with a tour of the Check Jawa Wetlands, and also rent a bicycle to catch glimpses of hornbills and wild boards. Overnight stays are also available at the Celestial Resort.



Reference: 

http://thesmartlocal.com/read/singapore-islands
https://www.redbull.com/sg-en/on-the-ride-at-coney-island
http://thesmartlocal.com/read/singapore-islands

Author: Jiaqi Lian 

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