- Address: 8 Sentosa Gateway, 098269, Singapore
- Website: http://www.rwsentosa.com/
- Phone: +65 6577 8888
- Opening: December 7, 2010
To the south of the main Singapore Island (which, in fact, is called Singapore) is a small island area of only 5 square kilometers. Previously, it was called Blakang-Mati (which translates as "the island of death overtaking from behind") and was a fortress that reliably defended the Singapore port. Today it is called Sentosa (also pronounced "Sentosa"), and fully justifies its new name, translated as "tranquility" - it is a recreation and entertainment zone.
There are many different attractions that make the island a favorite holiday destination for both tourists and locals. Not long ago, the complex Resorts World Sentosa was built on the island, the creators of which invested a lot of effort and no less money (for the construction of the complex it was spent about six and a half billion Singapore dollars) to the architecture of the complex in harmony with the natural landscape of the island.
Structure of the complex
Resorts World at Sentosa includes Universal Studios Singapore , the Marine Life complex , which includes an oceanarium, maritime museum and water park , a dolphin island, a casino, many fashionable hotels, restaurants (including gourmet cuisine), shops and much more. The complex occupies a total area of 49 hectares. The first four hotels were opened on January 20, 2010, in early February, the opening of the FestiveWalk shopping center took place, on February 14, the casino began its operation. And the grand opening of the whole complex took place on December 7, 2012.
Universal Studios Singapore
This park located on Sentosa Island is the only park of its kind in the whole of Southeast Asia. It is dedicated to different Hollywood blockbusters and cartoons and occupies about 20 hectares of land. The opening of the park took place in 2010 and was as much as possible "tied" to the number 8, which is considered one of the happiest in Chinese culture (it brings luck, prosperity, material prosperity): the opening took place on March 18 at 8:28 local time, and 18 Chinese dragons defiled before the opening of the park. 18 attractions of this park can be seen only on Sentosa - they were designed specifically for Universal Studios Singapore. There are other attractions here. The most popular among visitors are:
- 2 roller coaster - they are the largest in the world (one of them is based on the mega-popular series "Star Cruiser Galaxy");
- water attraction "Jurassic Park";
- "Room of fear", based on the film "Revenge of the Mummy";
- show of stuntmen "Water World";
- "Transformers."
Sea life complex
The Marine Life complex includes an aqua park , whose name translates as "Adventure Bay", the oceanarium and the Maritime Museum. Aquapark - this is 6 water attractions + 620-meter river, along which you can go down on an inflatable raft, simultaneously getting acquainted with the life of the jungle. In addition, you can swim with scuba diving surrounded by tropical fish.
The SEA Aquarium at Sentosa is the largest in the world; it inhabits more than 800 species of marine animals totaling about 100 thousand. Total displacement of its aquariums - 45 million tons! Marine animals are kept in conditions that are as close as possible to natural ones.
One of the best museums in Singapore , the Maritime Museum, can only be visited with the placement of the oceanarium - the way to the SEA Aquarium is through the museum halls. Its exposition is dedicated to the maritime traditions of various countries.
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FestiveWalk
FestiveWalk - a shopping and entertainment area, located in the heart of the complex. A lively boulevard is surrounded on all sides by shops and shops, most of which work around the clock. Especially noteworthy are the confectionery shops - an assortment of sweets and other chocolate products are simply amazing.
"Lake of dreams"
Lake of Dreams - a fountain dedicated to the teachings of feng shui and bringing, according to legend, good luck in personal and business life. At 21-30 the laser show begins here, demonstrating to the audience the harmony of the five elements - water, air, earth, iron and fire.
"The Dance of the Cranes"
Another colorful show - Crane Dance, the dance of two animatron cranes, whose height is about 10 floors. Admire dancing in the sea with birds you can directly from the marble quay complex.
Trick Eye Museum
This is a museum of 3D illusions , in which you can take pictures not on the background, but almost inside different pictures. If you are traveling with children , the museum is simply a must-see!
Casino
The casino is open daily 24 hours a day, however, in order to get there, it is necessary to withstand the appropriate dress code: visitors in flip-flops and sneakers, shorts and T-shirts are not allowed inside, like visitors who cover their faces (masks, veils are not allowed , black glasses and other similar items). In a casino, you can not carry firearms and blankets, video cameras, any computer or electronic equipment, luggage and umbrellas. Not allowed in the casino and animals. Mobile phones are allowed, but you can not use them as cameras, in addition, they must be put into silent mode.
Hotels and restaurants
Resorts World Sentosa offers its guests luxury hotels, addresses and information about which can be found on the amusement park website. Each of them is located near some kind of landmark. For example, the Festive Hotel is right next to FestiveWalk and a stone's throw from Universal Studios. The hotel has a children's pool and a play area, where you can eat and make the necessary purchases. Hard-Rock hotel, which opened one of the first, also offers its visitors a true 5-star service and original design of the premises. Equiarius Hotel is a true paradise for nature lovers (for example, large glass panels allow not only to admire the stunning landscape, but also to reduce energy consumption), and for gourmets - the hotel restaurant offers its visitors dishes that can not be tried anywhere else.
There are quite expensive restaurants offering author's cuisine to their visitors, as well as traditional hockey-centers for Singapore ( inexpensive cafes with local cuisine). For example, the Malaysian Food Street hiker center allows you to eat very satisfying and at a very attractive price, like the Ruyi fast food cafe, located directly opposite the casino (and that is very important - open around the clock!), Where, among other things, the dishes are also numbered , which greatly facilitates the process of their ordering. And if you want to pamper yourself - go to the Singapore Seafood Republic restaurant, where only crabs can be sampled in a dozen different variations.
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How to get there?
From the main island on about. Sentoza can be reached in several ways:
- by cable car;
- by taxi or a rented car ;
- on the monorail Sentosa Express .