Descriptive writing 7: Describe one of the tourist attractions in your country. Why would you recommend visitors to go there?
Despite being only a red dot on the world map, Singapore has a wide variety of tourist attractions which draws tourists from all parts of the world to this tropical country all year round. When visitors first enter Singapore, the first place they would want to head to is the renowned Singapore Zoological Gardens, as well as the Jurong Bird Park. However, there is one offshore island that houses a wide variety of attractions for those on a holiday to visit, and it is none other than Sentosa.
Getting to Sentosa is no mean feat. Just climb aboard the long and sleek black and white MRT train as take a short ride down to Harbourfront station. From there, you can choose to hop on a Sentosa bus or take the newly erected monorail to make your way onto the island. I would suggest taking the monorail, as it will be an eye opener. You will be able to see our shipping port with to magnificent structure, well equipped with cranes and machinery to ensure smooth loading and unloading of good. Also, you will get a sneak peek of the Integrated Resort which is still under construction. Though most of it is still in scaffolding, you can see a rough outline of the buildings that would spring up from there, and you would too, be able to see the thrilling red and blue roller coaster tracks of the theme park.
A step in Sentosa will open the door to a world filled with fun and adventure altogether. Imagine, lush beaches with soft white sand, baking under the burning rays of the sun. The waves rush up the sandy coves, sweeping up seaweed and shells. The sea water is painted a rich blue, and the sunlight reflects off the ripples as if it were a mirror, giving the waves a shiny finishing. Grab a bottle of suntan lotion, your shades and a beach towel, and pamper yourself sun tanning. The sand is so soft that you will feel as if you are lying on the clouds, with Mr Sun smiling cheerfully at you. The call of the seabirds and the sound of the waves crashing on the beach will be like music to the ears.
If the beach is not the place for you, and you have a roving eye and love for marine animals, head down to the underwater world to satisfy your burning passion for them. Pink jellyfish, sharks of all kinds, seals, dewgongs, and even the stars of ‘Finding Nemo’! Just name it, and you will get it. It will be an enjoyable and fruitful experience! On top of that, the underwater world ticket comes coupled with an exciting treat, and it is none other than a ticket to the dolphin lagoon! Watch the beautiful pink dolphins perform trick and splash around the water with them! If you long to bring them home with you, fret not as you can take a photograph with them, and they will be with you where ever you go!
If you a tourist who is a great fan of history, take a trip down to Fort Canning, as it houses a wide range of historical monuments based on World War 2. It proudly displays the heavy artillery used in combat, as well as sharing Singapore’s experience in the war. Feel the wrath of the Japanese soldiers and hear the voices of the tortured and killed. Spine-chilling it may sound, but it is truly one of the milestones that brought Singapore to where it is now.
These attractions are only a handful of what Sentosa boasts of. There are many more like the wax museum and the musical fountain. Visit Sentosa now, and it will be a trip you will never forget!
(written '09 during the 14 essay period - this is the one miss lim say can sell to sentosa ._.)
