Kranji Things to Do

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There is a Kranji Reservoir Park next to the dam where you can relax and view beautiful scenery of the surroundings, including the Straits of Johor. From here, you can look direclty across to Johor state in Malaysia. Be careful when you are near the water as the reservoir floodgates may open, pouring out water into the sea.

The Kranji Reservoir is one of the biggest reservoir formed by damming of the Kranji River. There is a road on the dam itself where you can drive across this big reservoir which dominates the landscape, and you can park at the carpark near the dam to explore the surroundings.

There are many birds in the Kranji area, especially during the migratory season of around Oct to Feb. The best place to view them is of course the Sungei Buloh Nature Park, but the birds can be seen around this area.

This huge wetland reserve is a favourite for Singaporeans wanting to experience a bit of nature. The mangrove swamps attract all sorts of migratory birds as well as a wide range of animals such as lizards and fish. A great place to go to catch a glimpse of the island's natural eco-systems.

opening hours: 7:30am-7pm, on Sundays & PH from 7am. Last admission at 6pm.

fees: Free on weekdays, during weekends, PH & school holidays, S$1 adults & S$0.50 kids.

Horse Racing has been a part of Singapore life since 1842 when the first jockey club was formed. Today the Singapore Turf Club is located at kranji at its new headquarters since 1999. The racecourse is one of the best in Asia. Nice place to visit for a night out at the races.

Kranji Cemetery commemorates the men and women who fought and died in World War II. Prisoners of war in a camp nearby began a burial ground here, and after the war it was enlarged to provide space for all the casualties. The Kranji War Cemetery is the site of 4,000 graves of servicemen, while the Singapore State Cemetery memorializes the names of over 20,000 who died and have no known graves. Stones are laid geometrically on a slope with a view of the Strait of Johor. The memorial itself is designed to represent the three arms of the services.

There are some impressive plants, especially those growing in the water such as the water lilies. Keep a close watch and you may be able to spot some beautiful flowers, birds as well as some animals such as the gaint monitor lizard, otters, mudskippers etc.

There are some freshwater marshes along Neo Tiew Avenue of Kranji near to the telecommunication towers, but it may not be easy to find the entrance anymore. I went there years ago and hopefully it is still around.

There are many birds in the Kranji area, especially during the migratory season of around Oct to Feb. The best place to view them is of course the Sungei Buloh Nature Park, but the birds can be seen around this area.

This is a beautiful place made from mangrove swamps, water flatlands etc which attracts many birds especially during the winter season in the North. You can reach the park by driving, taxi or taking bus no. 925 from Woodlands Bus Interchange. More information is at http://www.sbnp.org