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Further Distractions Bukit Timah Nature Reserve This 164-hectare (405-acre) reserve, 12km (7.5 miles) from the city centre, is one of the first forest reserves established in Singapore and one of the city’s few natural attractions. With more species of trees than North America, it is great for hiking or cycling along its well-marked paths, alongside a wonderful variety of plants, animals an insects, including flying lemur and ant-eater. Within the reserve is Bukit Timah Hill, at 164m (538ft) and Singapore’s highest point. 177 Hindhede Drive Tel: 6468 5736 or 1800 468 5736. Fax: 6455 3605. Website: www.nparks.gov.sg Transport: SMRT bus 171 from Orchard MRT or Newton. Opening hours: Daily 0700-1900. Visitor Centre 0830-1800. Admission: Free. |