As you make your way around the island, you can still see examples of Kampong (village) living with basic facilities in some cases set in these tranquil settings. The shower was a covered set up between some trees.
Updated Jul 13, 2003
Written Feb 11, 2008
Singapore is situated really close to Batam and you can see in my photo`s the view of Singapore from my hotel.
Written Sep 2, 2006
This is the skyline of Singapore when we are approaching from Batam. Looks grand. Manhatten of Singapore you may call it.
Written Jun 2, 2006
aah! These monkey really come close to our car! Look at that one with the big arm. I think the locals must really love their company : ) Directions: Galang island
Written Mar 27, 2006
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PULAU BATAM, INDONESIA 2006: Sat 25 Mar - Sun 26

The island of Batam is very near to Singapore and can be reached by a 40 minutes ferry ride. It is a very good getaway from the modern and orderly nature of Singapore. Batam is one of the largest......
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Batam Island - A Relaxing Island Near Singapore

The island of Batam is very near to Singapore and can be reached by a 45 minutes ferry ride. It is a very good getaway from the modern and orderly nature of Singapore. Let me share with you...
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Batam Trip 2005: Fri 25th Mar - Sun 27th Mar

25th March 2005 being the Good Friday holiday meant that a long weekend was in order during this week. My buddies and I were feeling a little stressed out from work and so decided to take a short...
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Batam-nearer to Singapore than to Jakarta

Batam is a popular destination for fun starved Singaporeans, who find the Singapore's plastic life a bit 'dry'. Batam is best visited from Singapore, where the connecting ferries provide an excellant...
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In the 18th century, Lord Minto and Raffles from England bartered with the Government of the Dutch Indies and consequently handed over the Island of Batam which is the twin island of Singapore, to the...
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