Qian Hu Fish Farm

We are at Qian Hu, Singapore ornamental fish service provider. The company breeds, imports and exports ornamental fish. If you like fish and appreciate an aquarium, this is the place for you.


There are many fishes on display here, including the premium quality Asian Arowanas, which are retailed here at very competitive prices.


You can see many kinds of fishes.. shown here are tanks with different breeds of goldfish.


Visited some of the breeding ponds.


Ok, this is becoming more popular in Singapore. This is the Fish Spa.

See freshwater Garra rufa fish chomping away your crusty skins, I understand such hot spring spas in Turkey had been around for more than 100 years. People with skin problems seek treatment at these places.

Tiny toothless Turkish spa fish will nibble the dead skin on your feet, and leaving only the healthy skin to grow. Two sisters were enjoying themselves in this pool.


Wow.. many pairs of legs. What a wonderful spread for the fishes.


We wondered to another corner of the farm. This is the packaging area, where the fish are packed and prepared to be distributed to Singapore and other parts of the world. We managed to catch a glimpse of Kenny Yap, executive chairman and managing director of this organisation.

	Qian Hu Fish Farm Address: 71, Jalan Lekar, Sungei Tengah Singapore 698950 Tel: 65-6766-7087 http://www.qianhu.com

Farmart Centre

We did not have enough of farm animals that day. (after visited Hays Dairies and Jurong Frogs Farm) We decided to go to Farmart Centre. It is a place where Singapore farmers showcase and sell their merchandise. You can buy water fountains, plants, fish for your aquarium, and different kind of food products like crocodile, ostrich, quail meats.


I'm more interested in the animals corner. We find goats, rabbits, hamsters, tortoises and many small animals here.


This goat is big and friendly.


The birds are pretty.


Tortoises are a bit boring, they are slow and were trapped in a big cage.


Most Singaporeans (myself included) stay in flats, and we can't keep many pets. After spending some time looking at the animals, we did some window shopping. Here is one shop that sells quality eggs.

	Farmart Centre Address: 67 Sungei Tengah Rd , Singapore ( 699008 ) Tel : 65 6767 0070 http://www.farmart.com.sg

Jurong Frog Farm

Anyone ever tried frog legs? Yes, this farm breeds frogs for consumption. It is also an educational tourist attraction.


In a room, a group of visitors was watching a short video on the farm and listening to an explanation on the frog life cycle.


Btw, do you like frogs?


The boy was grinning as he held the frog on one hand. It seemed only this boy was brave enough. Others watched with curiosity, and some in fear.


The guide was giving a lesson on frogs. I could not remember what was mentioned as I was busy, trying to take a good picture of this gigantic frog.


We went to this place, where the frogs were staying. Many shared a one-room apartment. It was crowded.


Wondered how frogs choose their partners? I understand the louder the male frog, the more attractive he is, to the females. Notice here, the male frogs were trying to attract a female frog. One frog succeeded. They went for a date. They mated. And eventually they will produce babies (tadpoles).


Can you differentiate between the male and female frogs? The males have brighter and more attractive colours, and bigger ears too. On your left are the females, the male frogs are on your right.

	Jurong Frog Farm Address: 56, Lim Chu Kang Lane 6, Singapore 719164 Tel: 67917229 http://www.jurongfrogfarm.com.sg

Hay Dairies Farm

Wow.. I did not know we have animal farms in Singapore. I like animals. :) We are now at Hay Dairies Farm.

The farm produces goat's milk for sale. We were late, and had missed the milking sessions (9am to 11am). Visitors can see the milking demonstration sessions during this time. I shall be back another day, and on time.

You can buy some dried grass from the shop to feed the goats at othis barn. The milking mothers stay in a different barn, and is off limits to visitors. Goats are sociable animals, playful and adorable. They are gentle too. Several kids were having a wonderful time, feeding and patting them. There are several breeds in this farm, and it is a good and fun place to learn more about the animal.

We bought few bottles of goat's milk. The milk is fresh, nutritious, and surprisingly tasty. There is a chocolate flavor, but it tastes strange. I perfer the original.

I'm happy to learn that the farmer, John Hay, takes good care of his "kids". (that was how he described his goats.) Do find out more about the goats, business and educational tours from http://www.haydairies.com.sg . The address: 3 Lim Chu Kang Lane 4, Singapore 718859. Call: (65) 6792 0931.

Orchidville

I visited Orchidville yesterday and was impressed by the scale of the plantation. Orchidville operates in a land of 43 hectares, and is the largest orchid farm in Singapore. It produces millions of orchid sprays every year, exporting to countries like Japan, Australia and USA.

Orchid is the national flower of Singapore. Orchidville is strongly backed and supported by the government, as the country encourages high-technology based products, agro-tourism and related businesses.

You can see many plants for sale at a hall in the building. The prices are very attractive, and there is a wide variety of plants to choose from.

A good place to shop for pots as well.

More plants are displayed outdoor..

Next to the hall is a restaurant. You can organise events such as banquets, corporate functions or weddings in Orchidville. It may be a memorable experience, given the unique landscape setting.

In one area, you find pavilions on the terraced grounds, high above the natural surroundings. You have good views of the orchid production nursery from here.

We took a stroll to the nursery and checked out how the plants were grown.

A big area with large variety of orchids cultivated. The plants are growing well. :)

The address: 10 Lorong Lada Hitam, Singapore 778793.
Visit http://orchidville.com to find out more about the place or orchids!

Singapore Attractions

I'm putting up this page for an overview and summary of the places of interests in Singapore. I'll be updating this post as I visit more places.

	Little India - In 1819, the first Indian settlers in Singapore arrived as soldiers and assistants, working for the British colonial government. More Indians immigrants arrived in 19th century, to find work in the country. The place that they stayed soon developed into a community, and is now known as Little India. Let's go now..
	Bottle Tree Park - You find the Bottle Tree Park in a neighbourhood, at the north part of Singapore. It is not known as a tourist spot, and is only setup a year ago. Converted from a plot of forest to a seafood restuarant, the area has a garden and some fishing ponds. Residents around the area like this place.. Let's go now..
	I'm not sure which is the place I'm going to visit next. Do come back for an update!

Excursions from Singapore..
Malaysia is Singapore's nearest neighbour, and is easily accessible by car, bus or train. Singaporeans often go there for a short get-away holiday. Especially on weekends, you will see queues of Singapore vehicles on the causeway to Peninsular Malaysia. You can eat and shop at Johor Bahru, the nearest state from Singapore, or go further north, to explore other more interesting places in Malaysia.. the large tropical forests, the beautiful islands and beaches, the charming hill resorts, or the country's capital, Kuala Lumpur. Check out the Malaysia Tourism Board website for more information while you are planning for your trip. www.tourismmalaysia.gov.my

	Kelong trip in Malaysia - Tour and experience life in a kelong.. visit this place if you enjoy fishing or wanted some quiet time in the middle of the sea. Let's go now..