Singapore Grand Prix at the Marina
By Charlie. Filed in Travel |
There are numerous activities, performances and cultural attractions that offer endless opportunities for fun, adventure and excitement during one’s visit to Singapore. One of the favorite areas for residents and tourists alike is the artificially created bay associated with the Singapore marina. This part of the city lies near the central region and is east of the downtown core. Since its creation, the marina area has become extremely popular for shopping, restaurants and other commercial business establishments. It is also common to see individuals, couples and families walking along the bay in the evening and during sunset. It has definitely become essential to the Singapore social encounter.
One of the popular attractions that became part of the marina area in 2007 is the Formula One Race. The actual inaugural race took place in September of 2008 and was Singapore’s first Grand Prix. It took place on a street circuit course through the Marina Bay. It was also the first Formula One Grand Prix to occur in the night and it was lit by a floodlight tracking system. This exciting event drew large crowds and brought a new perspective and sports attraction to the area.
The Marina Centre is the primary shopping and commercial zone associated with the Marina Bay. It includes the Suntec City Mall, the Singapore Flyer, Millennia Walk, and Marina Square. There are also numerous resorts and hotels in the area and these include the Ritz-Carlton, Millennia and the Fairmont Singapore among many others. The Centre is a popular spot both day and night and there are plenty of beautiful views that accompany the shopping and entertainment events. Regardless of the reason for visiting Singapore most of the city’s guests spend time in the shops, cafés and restaurants along the Marina Bay and find it to be one of the their favorite aspects of the city and their stay there.
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