{"id":3204,"date":"2022-07-08T08:44:24","date_gmt":"2022-07-08T08:44:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thevillagemyhome.com\/?p=3204"},"modified":"2022-07-08T13:14:38","modified_gmt":"2022-07-08T13:14:38","slug":"a-place-to-cherish-explore-and-reflect","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thevillagemyhome.com\/zh\/a-place-to-cherish-explore-and-reflect\/","title":{"rendered":"A place to cherish, explore and reflect"},"content":{"rendered":"
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An island with a story to inspire .<\/strong><\/div>\n
By Foong Pek Yee<\/div>\n
foongpekyee@gmail.com<\/a><\/div>\n
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THE cranking sound from the bumboat’s\u00a0 engine triggers a feeling of anticipation inside me.<\/div>\n
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It is June 11, 2022 and we are on our way to Pulau Ubin – the treasure trove of Singapore’s rich heritage.<\/div>\n
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The 1,020 – hectare island promises a glimpse of Singapore in a bygone era, bringing to focus how the city state has evolved over time into the most competitive economy in the world.<\/div>\n
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According to Singapore’s Economic Development Board,\u00a0 Singapore which\u00a0 marks 57 years of independence this year ranks first in Asia for quality living and, first in Asia for expatriates to live in.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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A journey :\u00a0 It is just a 20-minute boat ride from Changi Point Ferry Terminal to Pulau Ubin.<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Hot spot: The little commercial hub in Pulau Ubin is often the meeting point for visitors<\/strong><\/div>\n
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In the mood for discovery : Pulau Ubin offers a different kind of experience for kids from urban areas.<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Show time:\u00a0 The stage for opera shows during festive seasons like Tua Pek Kong Festival since time immemorial<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Old is gold:\u00a0 The signboard showing the way to Fo Shan Ting Tua Pek Kong Temple which is perched on a hillock.\u00a0 The temple was built in 1869.<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Taking in the\u00a0 sights:\u00a0 Bicycling is popular on\u00a0 the island.<\/div>\n
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That’s the way:\u00a0 The road leading to Butterfly Hill.<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Relaxing: And watching the world go by.<\/strong><\/div>\n
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On the spot :\u00a0 Information on tropical plants. This is assam or tamarind fruit which is widely used in Asian cuisine.<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Of significance: Little red shrines are common in predominantly Chinese areas.<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Big crowd:\u00a0 Good business during weekends .<\/strong><\/div>\n
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In demand: Bicycle rental is good business on the island.<\/strong><\/div>\n
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It was in 1824 when the then Second Resident of Singapore, John Crawfurd landed on Pulau Ubin and declared the island a British Territory.<\/div>\n
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In 1942, the Japanese Army occupied the island which was known for granite mining in its heyday.<\/div>\n
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Other economic activities on the island in the old days included rubber planting and prawn rearing.<\/div>\n
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With education always close at heart, the Chinese residents on the island raised money to build Bin Kiang School in 1952 and, dwindling enrolment saw the school closed\u00a0 in 1985.<\/div>\n
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The 1990 population census reported less than 200 residents on the island.<\/div>\n
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Today\u00a0 Pulau Ubin\u00a0 is a tourism destination\u00a0 and\u00a0 popular among natural and cultural heritage lovers in particular.<\/div>\n
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For elderly Singaporeans, it is a place to take a walk down memory lane.<\/div>\n
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An elderly man in our bumboat recalls his younger days at the Outward Bound School that was opened in 1967.<\/div>\n
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He reckons that it is good for young people to get to know more about the island.<\/div>\n
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The beautiful and well kept island is certainly more than meets the eye.<\/div>\n
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One for the album:\u00a0 A\u00a0 photo montage on activities on Pulau Ubin<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Interesting and useful : Information and guide on Pulau Ubin\u00a0 for visitors<\/strong><\/div>\n
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It is a showcase on the public and private sectors’ efforts\u00a0 to preserve the country’s rich heritage.<\/div>\n
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